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Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine: A Coastal Sanctuary

Discover Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine in Hitachinaka: a serene sanctuary of healing, longevity, and fortune, surrounded by a magical tree tunnel.

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Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine, established in 856 in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Sukunabikona, a deity associated with healing, health, longevity, and wealth. Known for its serene atmosphere and connection to lottery success, it offers a unique blend of spiritual solace and natural beauty.

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Local tips

  • Visit during June to see the beautiful hydrangeas in bloom near the torii gate by the sea.
  • Take a photo of the tree-lined approach to capture the magical atmosphere of the shrine.
  • Stroke the stone turtle statue dedicated by lottery winners for good luck.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    From Katsuta Station, take the Hitachinaka Seaside Railway to Isozaki Station. From Isozaki Station, it is approximately a 10-minute walk to Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine. The train ride is about 25 minutes and costs around ¥420.

  • Walking

    From Isozaki Station, exit and walk straight. Follow the road as it curves to the left, and you will see signs for Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine. The walk is approximately 10 minutes.

  • Driving

    From the Hitachinaka Interchange on the Kita-Kanto Expressway, drive for about 10 minutes to Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine. Parking is available at the shrine for standard-sized cars, microbuses, and large buses. Parking is free.

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Nestled in Hitachinaka, Ibaraki Prefecture, Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine is a Shinto shrine with a rich history dating back to 856. Dedicated to Sukunabikona, a deity revered for healing, healthy life, and even good fortune in lotteries, the shrine attracts visitors seeking blessings and tranquility. The shrine's grounds feature a captivating approach through a tunnel of Japanese bay trees and camellias, some over 300 years old, creating a magical atmosphere. This "tree tunnel" is a designated natural monument of Ibaraki Prefecture and offers a picturesque scene, especially when the camellias are in bloom. Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine is also closely linked to Oarai Isosaki Shrine, its sister shrine in the neighboring town of Oarai. While Oarai Isosaki Shrine enshrines Okuninushi, the deity of nation-building, Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine is dedicated to Sukunabikona, who is said to have collaborated with Okuninushi. Many visitors also come to pray for luck in winning the lottery, and the grounds feature stone statues of turtles dedicated by lottery winners. The shrine also has a woodland area showcasing the unique characteristics of coastal forests.

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