Hashirimizu Shrine
神奈川県
An ancient shrine at the eastern tip of the Miura Peninsula where Princess Ototachibana calmed the waves — Katsu Kaishu also prayed here before the Kanrinmaru's Pacific crossing
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5 min by bus from Keikyu Maborikaigan Station
2-12-5 Hashirimizu, Yokosuka, Kanagawa
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Overview
An ancient shrine at the eastern tip of the Miura Peninsula enshrining Yamato Takeru and Princess Ototachibana. Legend holds that during Yamato Takeru's eastern campaign, Princess Ototachibana threw herself into the stormy sea to calm the waves and save his crossing. Situated at the entrance to Tokyo Bay, the shrine is known for blessings of maritime safety and matchmaking, with sweeping views of …
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Origins
Hashirimizu Jinja is an ancient shrine of uncertain founding date, traditionally believed to originate from the legendary eastern campaign of the mythological hero Yamato Takeru. According to the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, when Yamato Takeru attempted to cross the sea at Hashirimizu toward Kazusa Provi…
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Divine Benefits
Healing & Longevity
Martial Fortune
Warding Off Evil
Recovery from illness, bodily wellness, peace of mind. Especially efficacious at Yakushi and Kannon temples.
Derived from the enshrined deity "日本武尊・弟橘媛命"
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