Kumano-Hayatama Taisha Grand Shrine
Known as a “place of spiritual renewal,” this grand shrine draws a steady stream of worshippers seeking the courage and resolve to take a new step at life’s turning points. Together with Kumano-Hongu Taisha Grand Shrine and Kumano-Nachi Taisha Grand Shrine, it forms the Kumano Sanzan. This ancient shrine is the head shrine of the 5,000 Kumano shrines throughout Japan. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004.
This is one of the three Kumano shrines. Legend says the gods of Kumano descended here to build a new palace, and that's how Shingu City got its name. Among the three, Hayatama Taisha is the easiest to walk around.

