28 Matsuzaki, Matsuzaki-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Inakashita Shrine, located in Matsuzaki, Izu, is easily accessible via a 50-minute Tokai bus ride from Izukyu Shimoda Station. Known for its striking red torii gate and serene atmosphere, the shrine features a sacred grove and a spring called Shinmei Water, believed to promote longevity. Visitors can admire the ancient ginkgo trees, including a 1000-year-old specimen, and unique wooden sculptures scattered throughout the grounds. The shrine also houses the Daashi Daimyojin, said to heal hand and foot ailments. A visit to Inakashita Shrine offers a blend of natural beauty and spiritual tranquility.