Kumano Hayatama Taisha

Description

The Kumano gods descended onto the mountain where Kamikura Shrine is located were first worshiped here during the era of Emperor Keiko. The shrine's name derives from the place name of its new location. The shrine's main deity is said to be Bhaisajyaguru. Kumano Hayatama Taisha is also known as a shrine for matchmaking since its deity is related to Hayatama-no-Okami (also known as Izanagi-no-Mikoto) and Fusumi-no-Okami (also known as Izanami-no-Mikoto).

Location Information

• Address

  1, Shinguu, Shinguu-shi, Wakayama, 647-0081

• Nearest Station

  Shingu Station
  ･ JR Kisei Line
  ･ JR Kinokuni Line
  17 minutes on foot

• Phone Number

  0735-22-2533

  Available languages

  only in Japanese

• Closed

  None

Original source: ©Shobunsha Publications Inc.

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