Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Shikinai-sha
Yaizu Shrine
焼津神社
/ Yaizu Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
15 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Yaizu Shrine in Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, enshrines Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, the legendary imperial prince who, according to the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, narrowly escaped death here when enemies set fire to a grassy plain during his eastern campaign. He used his sacred sword Kusanagi to cut the grass and set a counter-fire, and this dramatic event gave the place the name "Yakitsu" (焼津, "burned crossing"), which became the city's name. Traditionally founded in 409 CE, the shrine is listed in the Engishiki (927 CE) and serves as a spiritual home for the maritime traditions of Yaizu's fishing community.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
409
Traditional founding 409 CE; Engishiki Shikinaisha; enshrines Yamato Takeru; origin of place name "Yaizu."
409
Traditional founding: shrine established to honor Yamato Takeru's miraculous escape from the grass fire.
927
Listed in the Engishiki as a shrine of Mashizu District, Suruga Province.
1603
Current main hall (honden) constructed, reflecting Tokugawa-era patronage.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Legendary prince, hero-deity of valor, conquest, and tragic sacrifice
Blessings
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Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.8697, 138.3244
Physical Address
2-7-2 Yaizu, Yaizu-shi, Shizuoka
静岡県焼津市焼津2丁目7-2
Historical Province
Totomi Province
Access
Yaizu Station (JR Tokaido Line)
15 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
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 Yaizu Shrine?
Yaizu Shrine in Yaizu City, Shizuoka Prefecture, enshrines Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, the legendary imperial prince who, according to the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki, narrowly escaped death here when enemies set fire to a grassy plain during his eastern campaign. He used his sacred sword Kusanagi to cut the grass and set a counter-fire, and this dramatic event gave the place the name "Yakitsu" (焼津, "burned crossing"), which became the city's name. Traditionally founded in 409 CE, the shrine is listed in the Engishiki (927 CE) and serves as a spiritual home for the maritime traditions of Yaizu's fishing community.
Where is Yaizu Shrine located?
Yaizu Shrine is located in Yaizu-shi, Shizuoka. The full address is: 2-7-2 Yaizu, Yaizu-shi, Shizuoka.