Shinto shrine
Yaizu Jinja
焼津神社（やいづじんじゃ）
Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture
A shrine in Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture, whose principal kami is Yamato Takeru no Mikoto. The tradition that he escaped with the Kusanagi sword when attacked with fire on his eastern campaign is said to be the origin of the place name "Yaizu", and the shrine is known for its August grand festival, the "Ara Matsuri".
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined kami: Yamato Takeru no Mikoto (principal kami); enshrined together in the same hall: Kibi no Takehiko no Mikoto, Ōtomo no Takehi no Muraji no Mikoto, Nanatsukahagi no Mikoto
History and things to know
According to shrine tradition, it was founded in the 4th year of Emperor Hanzei (409), and it is said to have begun when Yamato Takeru no Mikoto was enshrined as the guardian kami of Yaizu in praise of his wisdom and courage. In the Muromachi period it was also called "Irie Daimyōjin" after the place name, and it was revered by the Imagawa clan and the Tokugawa family. The present main sanctuary is in the nagare-zukuri style, built by Tokugawa Ieyasu in Keichō 8 (1603), and the offering hall and worship hall were built in Shōwa 19.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 焼津神社「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-21 確認）
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