Shrines in Shizuoka

Shizuoka Prefecture is home to 133 shrines, including Naka Shrine in Matsuzaki and Ashigami Shrine. Visitors can find a mix of spiritual sites throughout the region.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Suyama Sengen Shrine

Suyama Sengen Shrine

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A historic Sengen Shrine, rebuilt in 552, dedicated to Mount Fuji deities and a World Heritage s...

Taka Tenjinja

Taka Tenjinja

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A historic shrine on a mountaintop, dedicated to deities and a scholar, with a unique annual fes...

Takamuro Shrine

Takamuro Shrine

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Takamuro Shrine, founded in 1163, offers blessings for safe childbirth and protection from evil.

Morokuchi Shrine

Morokuchi Shrine

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A scenic coastal shrine dedicated to a deity, offering cultural insight and ocean views.

Takamatsu Shrine

Takamatsu Shrine

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Takamatsu Shrine, founded in 701 AD, offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese reverence and natura...

Rokuon Shrine

Rokuon Shrine

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Rokuon Shrine is an ancient Shikinaisha shrine dedicated to Takahikone no Mikoto, a short walk f...

Tatsuo Shrine

Tatsuo Shrine

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Tatsuo Shrine is a historic guardian shrine with seasonal flowers, worth visiting for its serene...

Moriyama-hachimangu (Izunokuni)

Moriyama-hachimangu (Izunokuni)

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Ancient mountain shrine where a shogun prayed for victory, with unique two-tiered grounds.

Wadaki Shrine

Wadaki Shrine

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Wadaki Shrine is a mountainside shrine in Atami, known for its traditional dances and local fest...

Ohito Shrine

Ohito Shrine

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Ohito Shrine is a historic Sanno shrine with a large plum grove, easily accessible by train.

Araki Shrine (Izunokuni)

Araki Shrine (Izunokuni)

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Ancient shrine in Izunokuni, dedicated to Amatsuhikone no Mikoto, with a history predating 927 A...

Suwa Shrine

Suwa Shrine

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Suwa Shrine is a historic shrine in Hamamatsu, offering a glimpse into local religious tradition...

Warikozuka Inari Shrine

Warikozuka Inari Shrine

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This 17th-century shrine on a lava mound offers a unique natural and historical experience.

Hie Shrine (Numazu)

Hie Shrine (Numazu)

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Hie Shrine is a historic shrine in Numazu, offering a glimpse into local culture and ancient art...

Toshi Shrine

Toshi Shrine

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Toshi Shrine is an ancient Shinto shrine, worth visiting for its historical significance and fes...

Shinmei-gū

Shinmei-gū

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Shinmei-gū is a Shinto shrine in Kakegawa City, known for good harvests and industrial prosperit...

Bashōtenjingū Shrine

Bashōtenjingū Shrine

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Bashōtenjingū Shrine: dedicated to a healing envoy, a unique stop for health prayers.

Kibune Shrine

Kibune Shrine

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Kibune Shrine is an ancient shrine with unique cultural properties, worth visiting for its histo...

Toga Shrine

Toga Shrine

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Toga Shrine: a Shinto shrine with subsidiary shrines, next to an ancient burial mound.

Toyoyuki Shrine

Toyoyuki Shrine

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Toyoyuki Shrine is a historic site in Shizuoka with unique architecture and important deities.

Sakabe Shrine

Sakabe Shrine

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This historic shrine, rebuilt after fire, protects its region and offers a glimpse into local hi...

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

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A historic shrine in Shimoda, rebuilt after a fire, known for its ancient tree and summer festiv...

Toi Shrine

Toi Shrine

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Toi Shrine is an ancient guardian shrine with unique cultural properties, worth visiting for its...

Minowa Inari Shrine

Minowa Inari Shrine

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Shizuoka's top Inari shrine, founded in the 1700s, rebuilt after a fire.

Hamamatsu Hachimangu

Hamamatsu Hachimangu

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A historic Shinto shrine in Hamamatsu with ties to Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Jingitai-sha

Jingitai-sha

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Jingitai-sha is a pet-friendly shrine dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, offering unique spiritual...

Awashima Shrine

Awashima Shrine

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Awashima Shrine, founded in 1709, offers a scenic island and mountain top experience.

Niihashi Sengen Shrine

Niihashi Sengen Shrine

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Niihashi Sengen Shrine is a historic site and a starting point for Mt. Fuji climbers.

Mamezuka Shrine

Mamezuka Shrine

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Mamezuka Shrine: a historic site dedicated to Iwatokotake no Mikoto, moved by Hojo Yoshitoki.

Aji Shrine

Aji Shrine

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A small shrine in Fuji City dedicated to a legendary maid who prevented human sacrifices.

Rokuōji Shrine

Rokuōji Shrine

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Rokuōji Shrine is a small shrine in Fuji City, known for its unique legends of six priestesses.

Kannomiya Shrine

Kannomiya Shrine

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Kannomiya Shrine is a historic pilgrimage site with unique rituals, worth visiting for its cultu...

Gosho Shrine

Gosho Shrine

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Gosho Shrine is a unique site in Fuji City, dedicated to human pillars, offering a glimpse into...

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

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Visit this guardian shrine to see a historic well and unique festival dances.

Chūgū-hachimandō

Chūgū-hachimandō

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A historic Mount Fuji shrine site, offering a glimpse into ancient pilgrimage and folklore.

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

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Hachiman Shrine is a historic coastal shrine in Ito City, known for its unique sea procession fe...

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

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Usami Hachiman Shrine: a coastal shrine with a unique sea procession festival in autumn.

Tensho-Kotai Shrine

Tensho-Kotai Shrine

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Tensho-Kotai Shrine, also known as Kusumi Shrine, is a historic site with a protected forest.

Arai Shrine

Arai Shrine

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A historic shrine in Ito City, part of a pilgrimage, known for its cultural festivals.

Hihayo Tenjin Shrine

Hihayo Tenjin Shrine

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Ancient Hihayo Tenjin Shrine honors a local deity and hosts a vibrant autumn festival.

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

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Visit this 16th-century shrine on a hill to see its unique architecture and learn about local hi...

Kasuga Shrine

Kasuga Shrine

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Kasuga Shrine is a historic site with a unique sea procession and traditional dance.

Hirose Shrine

Hirose Shrine

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A historic island shrine in a park, offering a glimpse into Mishima's spiritual past.

Hozumi Shrine (Shizuoka)

Hozumi Shrine (Shizuoka)

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Hozumi Shrine, an ancient sacred site on Mount Ryuso, enshrines two important deities.

Kashima Shrine

Kashima Shrine

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Kashima Shrine is a historic site in Ito City, known for its autumn festival and traditional dan...

Uomachi Inari-jinja Shrine

Uomachi Inari-jinja Shrine

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Uomachi Inari Shrine: a historic site with a unique soccer connection, worth a quick visit.

Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration

Fujisan, sacred place and source of artistic inspiration

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Japan's highest peak, a sacred mountain and artistic inspiration, worth seeing for its cultural...

Tsurugitachi Iwato Kowake No Mikoto Shrine

Tsurugitachi Iwato Kowake No Mikoto Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Mishima, Shizuoka, with origins in waterfall and sword-stone worship.

Toyozumi Shrine

Toyozumi Shrine

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Toyozumi Shrine is an ancient shrine with a beautiful main hall and historic trees.

Motoshirochō Tōshō-gū

Motoshirochō Tōshō-gū

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A shrine in Hamamatsu dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, built on a historic castle site.

Yagara Shrine

Yagara Shrine

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Yagara Shrine is a historic village shrine with several subsidiary shrines worth a brief visit.

Kisa Shrine

Kisa Shrine

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Ancient shrine dedicated to sea deities, rebuilt after a tsunami, offering a glimpse into local...

Akunami Shrine

Akunami Shrine

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Akunami Shrine is an ancient guardian shrine with a unique heritage festival dance.

Nahe Shrine

Nahe Shrine

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Nahe Shrine, founded in 509 AD, offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese religious history.

Kataoka Shrine

Kataoka Shrine

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Kataoka Shrine is a historic shrine with unique maritime connections, worth visiting for its cul...

Sengen Shrine

Sengen Shrine

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Sengen Shrine is a historic site in Mishima, once a stop for Fuji pilgrims.

Ame-no-Miya Shrine

Ame-no-Miya Shrine

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Ame-no-Miya Shrine: ancient deities, a sacred tree, and traditional dance history.

Yaizu Shrine

Yaizu Shrine

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Ancient shrine dedicated to Yamato Takeru, notable for historical artifacts and connection to le...

Okuni Shrine (Mori)

Okuni Shrine (Mori)

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Okuni Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine with beautiful autumn leaves and cultural properties.

Ōmi Kunitama Shrine

Ōmi Kunitama Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Shizuoka with important architecture and a unique festival.

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