Shrine · Enoshima
Enoshima Shrine 江島神社
Group of three shrines across Enoshima island dedicated to Benten, counted among Japan's three great Benzaiten shrines.
PriceFree
Getting thereEnoden Enoshima Station or Odakyu Katase-Enoshima Station, 15-20 min walk
Time needed1-2 hours
Best timeClear winter days for Fuji views
Address2-3-8 Enoshima, Fujisawa, Kanagawa
Websiteenoshimajinja.or.jp
About
Enoshima Shrine consists of the Hetsunomiya, Nakatsunomiya and Okutsunomiya shrines spread over the island's forested hill. They honour Benten, goddess of fortune and music, said to have raised the island and subdued a five-headed dragon.
Highlights
- Three shrines along the island's hill
- Views of Sagami Bay and Mount Fuji
- Dragon legend of the island
Tips
- Paid escalators (Enoshima Escar) save the climb
- Consider the Enoshima 1-Day pass
- Weekends are crowded; weekday mornings are calmer
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