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Kumano Hayatama Taisha

熊野速玉大社

Address: 和歌山県新宮市新宮1番地

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History

Kumano Hayatama Taisha’s religious origin account links the Kumano deities with nearby Kamikura Mountain and their subsequent worship at the present shrine. Its history describes medieval imperial pilgrimages and the development of Kumano’s syncretic worship.

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Explore the grounds

An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

Hayatamamiya Sanctuary
One of the two principal sanctuaries behind the worship hall.
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Yuinomiya Sanctuary
The companion sanctuary stands beside Hayatamamiya.
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Worship Hall
The worship hall faces the principal sanctuary group.
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Sacred Gate
The gate marks the inner shrine court.
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Kumano Treasure Museum
The shrine collection is housed in this museum.
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Assembly Hall
The assembly hall stands west of the approach.
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Taireiden Hall
A large hall stands beside the inner approach.
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Shingu Shrine
This subsidiary shrine stands east of the main group.
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Sacred Nagi Tree
The sacred nagi tree stands beside the approach.
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Map sources & credits

Based on GSI aerial imagery © OpenStreetMap contributors Official grounds information

Visiting information

Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

Opening hours

Shrine gates are open 06:00–17:00; the amulet office has its own 08:00–17:00 window.

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Getting there

The shrine lists free parking and a wheelchair ramp to its worship area. These arrangements do not apply to the separate Kamikura staircase.

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Kumano Hayatama Taisha

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History

Explore the grounds

Hayatamamiya Sanctuary

Yuinomiya Sanctuary

Worship Hall

Sacred Gate

Kumano Treasure Museum

Assembly Hall

Taireiden Hall

Shingu Shrine

Sacred Nagi Tree

Visiting information

Opening hours

Getting there