Izumi Jinja Shrine

Located in Mizuki, Hitachi City, Ibaraki, Izumi Jinja is said to be the oldest shrine in the Hitachi area. The emerald-blue spring welling up in its precinct is so beautiful that it is cherished as a mystical hidden power spot. The enshrined deity is Amenohayatamahime no Mikoto.

This spring appears in the ancient Hitachi regional records, and because men and women have long gathered here to enjoy feasts, it is still regarded as a power spot for love. The spring water has been chosen as one of Japan's Hundred Famous Waters of the Heisei era by the Ministry of the Environment.

Highlights

- A clear emerald-blue spring. Peering into it brings a purity that seems to wash the heart clean - A water fortune slip that tells your luck using the spring water, with letters that rise to the surface when soaked - A misfortune-breaking ball you can use to purify yourself

Enjoying the Seasons

In the season of fresh greenery, the surrounding forest glows and the blue of the spring stands out even more. Summer draws visitors seeking cool relief, and autumn offers a fine contrast of foliage and spring. The spring viewed in the clear winter air has a beauty all its own.

Access and Basic Information

- Location: 2-22-1 Mizuki, Hitachi City, Ibaraki - Public transport: about 10 minutes on foot from Omika Station on the JR Joban Line - By car: about 15 minutes from the Hitachi Minami Ota IC on the Joban Expressway - Parking: right beside the shrine

A Quick Tip

The blue of the spring changes with the weather and the angle of light. It is said to shine most beautifully on a sunny morning. Pairing it with nearby Omika Jinja is also recommended.