Miho Shrine

Miho Jinja

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Miho Shrine, known as the head shrine of "Ebisu-sama" (the deity of Ebisu), is a beautiful power spot where you can feel history and nature, with stunning views of Miho Bay and a stone-paved approach that turns blue in the rain.

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HighlightsKnown as the head shrine of "Ebisu-sama," offering blessings for business prosperity and more.
Stunning views of Miho Bay.
The stone-paved approach turns blue in the rain, adding to its charm.
Dedicated concerts are held on the grounds.
Visiting with Izumo Taisha Shrine as part of "Ebisu-Daikoku Ryogamairi" is said to bring good fortune in relationships.

Basic Information

Address: 608 Miho Seki, Miho Seki-cho, Matsue-shi, Shimane-ken Search for tourist attractions in Shimane

Access: ・Take the Ichibata Bus (bound for Miho Seki Terminal) from JR Matsue Station for 40 minutes. Then, transfer to the Miho Seki Community Bus Miho Seki Line for about 30 minutes and get off at Miho Jinja Entrance. ・Approximately a 40-minute drive from Kawazu IC on the Matsue Dandadan Road. Show route

Op.Hours: Grounds open freely

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: Use of district parking lots (2 free lots available)

HP: http://mihojinja.or.jp/

Overview

Miho Shrine, located in Miho Seki-cho, Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, enshrines Koto Shiro-no-kami, affectionately known as "Ebisu-sama," and Miho Tsuhime-no-mikoto. As the head shrine for over 3,000 Ebisu shrines nationwide, it's believed to bestow blessings related to business prosperity, maritime safety, bountiful catches, and matchmaking. Although the shrine's founding date is unknown, its inclusion in the "Izumo no Kuni Fudoki," compiled in the 8th century, speaks to its ancient history. The breathtaking view of Miho Bay offers a sense of the majestic beauty of nature. The stone-paved approach, known as "Aoi Ishizumi-dori" (Blue Stone-paved Street), turns a light blue when wet. Laid with sea stones in the late Edo period, it exudes a nostalgic charm. The shrine boasts a magnificent main hall, designated as an Important Cultural Property, featuring a unique "Miho-zukuri" style with two connected halls. This grand structure was rebuilt in 1813 after a fire in 1800. Miho Shrine is also known for its connection to music, hosting dedicated concerts on the grounds. It is said that visiting Miho Shrine along with Izumo Taisha Shrine (and venerating Okuninushi-no-kami) as part of "Ebisu-Daikoku Ryogamairi" brings good fortune in relationships. Miho Shrine is a power spot where you can refresh your mind and body while experiencing history and nature. We highly recommend a visit.