Hidden Shrines Japan

Hayachine Shrine is said to have been founded in the year 807 by Narifusa, a descendant of Fujiwara no Kamatari, who established a sacred structure atop Mount Hayachine. During the Edo period, the shrine received the protection of Nanbu Toshinao, the local feudal lord, and its current main hall was constructed. The existing main shrine retains architectural elements from the early 17th century, including intricate carvings and detailed framing techniques. It is officially designated as a Tangible Cultural Property of Iwate Prefecture. The Zashiki-warashi Spirit of Hayachine Shrine Hayachine Shrine is also famous for stories involving *zashiki-warashi*—childlike guardian spirits said ...

Looking for Love? Visit Tono’s Hidden Matchmaking Shrine: Unedori Jinja Unedori Jinja If you're searching for true love—or just hoping to boost your romantic luck—Unedori Jinja in the hills of Tono might just be your magical stop Pass through the vivid red torii gate and step into a tiny, secluded shrine. You'll be greeted by hundreds of fluttering red cloths. It might feel a little eerie at first, but each cloth carries someone's heartfelt wish. Here’s the ritual: Buy a piece of red cloth at the unmanned stall, write your wish on it, and then—this is key—tie it to ...