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The ichinomiya (primary shrine) of Izu Province, deeply revered by Minamoto no Yoritomo. It is also celebrated for its cherry blossoms, with approximately 400 trees in the precincts creating a glorious pink canopy each spring.
Shrine Info
- Enshrined Deity
- 大山祇命（オオヤマツミノミコト）・事代主神（コトシロヌシノカミ）
- Founded
- 神代（伊豆国一之宮）
- Annual Festival
- 三嶋大祭り（8月）
History & Origins
Yoritomo famously prayed at this shrine for the revival of the Minamoto clan during his years of exile in Izu. After the founding of the Kamakura Shogunate, he continued to hold it in great esteem and donated many treasures.
Highlights
The shrine holds numerous National Treasures and Important Cultural Properties donated by Yoritomo and Masako Hojo. The osmanthus tree in the precincts—estimated to be 1,200 years old—fills the air with a sweet fragrance each autumn.
Visitor Guide
A 15-minute walk from JR Mishima Station. The Mishima Grand Festival in August draws around 500,000 visitors and is considered Shizuoka's largest festival.
Best Season
Spring for cherry blossoms (late March–early April) and autumn for the sweet osmanthus fragrance (September–October).
Attributes
Annual Events
- 8月15日〜17日
三嶋大祭り
静岡最大の夏祭り。約50万人が訪れる
- 3月末〜4月初
桜まつり
境内約400本の桜が満開になる
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