Overview
Mishima Shrine stands in Yuhigaoka, Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture. Affectionately known as the Ebisu of Shonan, it enshrines Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods, and has long drawn the faith of local people. Set in the seaside district of Hiratsuka near Sagami Bay, it welcomes visitors who pray for prosperous business and good fortune. True to its place name Yuhigaoka, meaning sunset hill, the shrine offers worship in the bright, open air so characteristic of the Shonan coast. It is a fine stop while walking through Hiratsuka, a town where the sea and daily life lie close together.
Highlights
- ●A shrine of Ebisu, fondly called the Ebisu of Shonan
- ●Blessings of fortune and business prosperity tied to the Seven Lucky Gods
- ●A bright setting in Yuhigaoka, Hiratsuka, close to Sagami Bay
- ●Shonan sky and sea glowing crimson at sunset
History
Mishima Shrine belongs to the Mishima faith represented by Mishima Taisha in Mishima, Shizuoka, and shrines of the same name are found across Japan. This shrine in Hiratsuka enshrines Ebisu as the Ebisu of Shonan and, linked with the belief in the Seven Lucky Gods, has been cherished as a local god of good fortune. For the detailed origins of its founding or the dates of its festivals, it is best to consult the on-site history board or the official information of Hiratsuka City and the shrine. That Ebisu devotion took root in this coastal town reflects a Shonan history sustained by fishing and commerce.
Access
The shrine sits in Yuhigaoka, Hiratsuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, at roughly 35.33 degrees north and 139.36 degrees east. Hiratsuka Station on the JR Tokaido Main Line is the nearest gateway, with the shrine toward the seaside district facing Sagami Bay. From Hiratsuka Station, a bus or a walk is convenient. As detailed routes and parking may change, please confirm with official information or a map service before visiting.
Best season
With the bright sunshine typical of Shonan, the shrine can be visited throughout the year. The new-year season busy with first visits and Seven Lucky Gods pilgrimages, the glittering seaside of summer, and the clear air of autumn are especially recommended. As its name sunset hill suggests, an evening visit may reward you with sky and sea glowing in crimson.
Map
35.3250, 139.3586 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Head from Hiratsuka Station toward Yuhigaoka and the seaside district
- 2Visit Mishima Shrine and pray to the Ebisu of Shonan for fortune
- 3Stroll the surrounding streets of Hiratsuka and the shore
- 4Close the day watching the Sagami Bay sunset in the evening
Did you know?
💡 The nickname Ebisu of Shonan comes from its enshrinement of Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Ebisu is known as a deity of prosperous business and bountiful catches, a belief deeply tied to life in the seaside town of Hiratsuka. Many visitors come as part of a pilgrimage tracing the nearby Seven Lucky Gods.
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