Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kokuhei Chusha
Ichinomiya (Iwashiro Province)
Isasumi Shrine
伊佐須美神社
/ Isasumi Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
25 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Isasumi Shrine is the ichinomiya of Iwashiro Province and the general guardian shrine of the Aizu region. With over 2,000 years of attributed history, it enshrines Izanagi and Izanami, the creator couple of Japanese mythology, making it especially revered for marriage blessings.
Enshrined Deities
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secondary Deity
Legendary prince sent by Emperor Sujin to pacify the north (Hokuriku and Tosando regions); ancestor of many northern clans
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secondary Deity
Legendary prince, son of Ōhiko no Mikoto; sent as one of the Four General Commanders (Shidoshogun) to pacify the east (Tokaido)
Blessings
Shrine Network
Independent head
Did You Know?
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The name 'Aizu' itself is said to derive from the meeting of two generals near this shrine, as recorded in shrine tradition.
Source: tradition
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
37.4530, 139.8560
Physical Address
4377 Miyabayashi Ko, Aizumisato, Onuma District, Fukushima
福島県大沼郡会津美里町宮林甲4377
Historical Province
Mutsu (Iwashiro / Iwaki)
Access
Aizu-Takada Station (JR Tadami Line)
25 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Best Times to Visit
springsummer
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Isasumi Shrine?
Isasumi Shrine is the ichinomiya of Iwashiro Province and the general guardian shrine of the Aizu region. With over 2,000 years of attributed history, it enshrines Izanagi and Izanami, the creator couple of Japanese mythology, making it especially revered for marriage blessings.
Where is Isasumi Shrine located?
Isasumi Shrine is located in Aizumisato, Fukushima. The full address is: 4377 Miyabayashi Ko, Aizumisato, Onuma District, Fukushima.
What deities are enshrined at Isasumi Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Izanagi no Mikoto, Izanami no Mikoto, Ōhiko no Mikoto, Takenunakawawake no Mikoto.