An ancient shrine in the Yoshida district of Mito, said to have been founded by Yamato Takeru during his eastern campaign.\nEnshrining Yamato Takeru as the main deity, revered for martial fortune, good luck, and evil-warding.\nLong beloved by citizens as Mito's chief guardian shrine, affectionately called 'Yoshida no Miyasama.' \nThe shrine buildings are on elevated ground with views overlooking Mito city.\nThe October grand festival features a grand mikoshi procession, bustling as Mito's autumn festival.\nMima Tenmangu is also enshrined in the grounds, popular with students for academic success prayers.\nThe vivid vermillion shrine buildings stand out in Mito and are popular as a photogenic spot.\nIn cherry blossom season the grounds bloom magnificently, bustling with citizens enjoying blossom viewing.\nLocated near the birthplace of Mito Studies, late Edo loyalists also had a history of worshipping here.\nEasily accessible from Mito Station with a quiet sacred grove despite being in the city center.