Yahiko Shrine
Yahiko Shrine is an ancient shrine that has long been revered as the first shrine of Echigo. Known affectionately as "Oyahiko-sama," it attracts over 200,000 visitors each year for the New Year’s shrine visit. The main deity is Amenokagoyama-no-Mikoto, a great-grandson of Amaterasu Omikami, and it is a shrine with a rich history that is even mentioned in the Manyoshu (an ancient Japanese poetry anthology). The shrine is known for its blessings of good fortune in love. It is within walking distance from JR Yahiko Station and easily accessible by car from Sanjo-Tsubame IC, with free parking available. The shrine is a famous spot for autumn leaves, offering beautiful natural scenery and a serene forest. We also recommend divining wishes using the fireball stone. Don’t miss visiting the Okumiya at the top of Mt. Yahiko.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Yahiko Shrine
- Location
- 〒959-0393 2887-2 Yahiko, Yahiko Village, Nishikambara District, Niigata Prefecture, Japan
- Access
- Approximately 15 minutes walk from JR "Yahiko Station"
About 30 minutes by taxi from JR "Tsubamesanjo Station"
About 40 minutes by taxi from JR "Higashisanjo Station"
About 10 minutes by taxi from JR "Yoshida Station"
Approximately 30 minutes from "Sanjo Tsubame IC" on the Hokuriku Expressway
Approximately 30 minutes from "Maki-Katahigashi IC" on the Hokuriku Expressway - Parking
- Approximately 2,000 vehicles.
- Business Hours
- The shrine grounds are freely accessible (Treasure Hall: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, last admission at 4:30 PM).
- Regular Holiday
- None
- Contact Information
- Phone Number：0256-94-2001
- Official Website
