This shrine, called “Omi-ichinomiya, is where “Yamato Takeru no mikoto” is enshrined as an entity. In the late Heian period, when Minamoto Yoritomo was exiled to Izu, a prayer for the return of the Genji Family was conducted. Since then, many people have worshipped this shrine for good luck in battle. “Senkosai”, held on Aug. 17 every year, is a sea-based festival originating from “Kairo Tosei” (seaway expedition against the eastward enemy) of “Yamato Takeru no mikoto”.
