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Enoshima Shrine Hetsumiya

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Enoshima Shrine Hetsumiya

A shrine at the gateway to Enoshima that worships gods of water seafaring.

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Make your way through the bustling Enoshima Benzaiten Nakamise Street, lined with inns, eateries, and souvenir shops before reaching the vermillion torii gate and the Zuishinmon gate. Behind these gates is the climb up the stone steps that leads to Enoshima Shrine Hetsumiya, also known as the Shimono-miya Shrine due to its location at the base of Enoshima.

This sought-after destination dates back to 1206 when built by Minamoto no Sanetomo to enshrine the goddess of water and seafaring, Tagitsu-hime-no-mikoto. The current shrine hall was constructed in 1976 after a major revamp to showcase the splendid Gongen-zukuri architecture, complete with roof ornament and shrine crest, "Mukainami Mitsuuroko”.

Across the grounds you’ll find a number of delights to explore including the Hoanden, which enshrines the Myo-on Benten and the Hachi-hi Benten, the Zeniarai Byakuryu Ou, where washing coins in the Shirogane Pond is said to make one's wishes come true if the coins are then offered in the donation box, and the Uchide no Kozuchi, a magic mallet that grants wishes if touched.

Highlights

  • Shrine is dedicated to Tagitsu-hime-no-mikoto, the goddess of water and seafaring.
  • Shrine hall is a fine example of Gongen-zukuri architecture, complete with the distinctive crest of "Mukainami Mitsuuroko" on the roof.
  • Noteworthy features include the Hoanden, Zeniarai Byakuryu Ou, and Uchide no Kozuchi, among other attractions.

Photos

  • A unique drawstring-shaped donation box donated by local merchants

    A unique drawstring-shaped donation box donated by local merchants

  • The Hoanden where one of Japan’s three major Bentens is enshrined

    The Hoanden where one of Japan’s three major Bentens is enshrined

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
A

We have English, Chinese and Korean pamphlets issued by the Fujisawa City Tourist Association.

Q

Do you have shrine’s red ink stamps?
A

Yes.

Q

Is parking available?
A

No, there isn't. Please use paid parking loin the island.

Q

Are coin lockers available?
A

Not available.

Reviews

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  • Gina C
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    When visiting Enoshima, Enoshima Shrine Hetsumiya (へつのみや) is well worth a stop! Hetsumiya is one of the three shrines of Enoshima Shrine and is also the easiest of the three to reach. You can visit it after walking up the approach to Enoshima.

    What attracted me most was the shrine's historic atmosphere, unique to Enoshima. The vermilion torii gate and buildings look especially beautiful against the blue sky. There are also several places within the grounds to pray for blessings, and many people come to pray for a good relationship, happiness, financial luck, and for their wishes to come true.

  • Linda Liao
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    One of the important shrines within Enoshima Shrine. It enshrines Benzaiten, who is associated with the sea, the arts, and good fortune, attracting many visitors. The grounds are peaceful, and the architecture has a traditional Japanese style, with a strong sense of history and culture. However, there are some stairs to climb before reaching the shrine, so keep your physical ability in mind.

  • wendy
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    After arriving on Enoshima, Hetsumiya is the first stop! The vermilion torii gate surrounded by lush greenery creates an atmosphere that feels both lively and solemn as you climb the steps.

    Many visitors draw fortunes and pray here, sincerely wishing for safety and good fortune for themselves and their families. Even though there are quite a few tourists, the moment you enter the shrine, you somehow naturally slow down. Besides seeing the ocean and enjoying the food, this shrine is also worth stopping at to experience the atmosphere of a Japanese shrine.

Details

Name in Japanese
江島神社 辺津宮
Postal Code
251-0036
Address
2-3-8 Enoshima, Fujisawa City, Kanagawa
Telephone
0466-22-4020
Closed
Free to walk
Business Hours
8:30am - 5:00pm
Access
(1) About 20 minutes walk from Enoden Enoshima Station.
(2) About 15 minutes walk from Odakyu Electric Railway Enoshima Line’s Katase Enoshima Station.
(3) About 20 minutes walk from Shonan Monorail Enoshima Line’s Shonan-Enoshima Station.
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa