Hayamizu Shrine (早水神社)

Flow of the course

About this spot

This shrine sits in one corner of Hayamizu Park and is tied to the legend of Kaminaga-hime (髪長媛). You can sense how long the spring welling up here has been treasured, which makes it the ideal place to check with your children where the water of the waterway you are about to play in comes from. The grounds are ringed with trees, and even at the height of summer the air turns cool the moment you step in. The walk to the main hall is short, so stopping by right before water play will not drain the children's energy. Hearing the legend first makes that same waterway feel like a far more special place.

Tips

It is close enough to reach on foot while leaving your car in the park's parking lot. The grounds have gravel and steps, so shoes are safer than water-play sandals. Planning to visit first, then change and head to the waterway, means moving your bags only once.

Best time to visit

About 30 minutes. Stopping by just before water play lets you learn where the water comes from first

Access & map

〒885-0016 宮崎県都城市早水町３８６６