Hoshikawa Sugiyama Jinja
神奈川県
A Yokohama ancient shrine of the Sugiyama group, said to have been founded around 800 CE on the Musashi-Sagami border
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Hoshikawa, Hodogaya Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa
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Shrine
Founded 800
1226 years
Overview
Hoshikawa Sugiyama Shrine is known as one of the temples, shrines, and historic sites of Kanagawa Prefecture.
An important presence conveying regional history and faith to the present.
The grounds are surrounded by a quiet environment, giving peace to worshippers.
Reflecting the culture of Sagami Province from ancient to medieval times.
Cherished by local people, worshippers visit throughout the y…
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Origins
Hoshikawa Sugiyama Shrine is traditionally said to have been founded around 800 CE during the Enryaku era. It belongs to the Sugiyama Shrine group, a cluster of shrines distributed across the border region of Musashi and Sagami provinces. The enshrined deity is said to be Itakeru-no-Mikoto, and sinc…
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Hours
The shrine grounds are open for worship at any time. The amulet/goshuin office is staffed 9:00 AM–4:30 PM.
Admission
Free admission.
As of 2026-07-18. Subject to change.
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