The main shrine hall is a national treasure with droves of people lining up for the New Year’s shrine visit at “Sumiyossan”
Founded in 1895 for the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital city to the Heian-kyo, the shrine reproduces the Imperial Palace of the Heian-kyo. It enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei.
A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection
Pray for good health and matchmaking at this shrine built for subduing an epidemic
The mystical, large torii (gateway) that appears as if it’s floating on the lake’s surface is a must-see
Surrounded by the old-growth forest of Tadasu-no-Mori, the shrine has records that date back before Christ. It is also renowned as a spiritual place believed to bring good luck in romance.
The head shrine of all the Inari-jinja shrines across Japan. Its approximately 1,000 photogenic torii gates (an archway to a Shinto shrine) attract many visitors.
Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here
This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty
Here resides the god who watches over Kyoto's kitchens
Kamigamo-jinja Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, founded during the mythical age. It is famous for its Aoi Festival (Kamo Festival) and is registered as a World Heritage Site.
The source of worship to Nachi Falls
Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers
A shrine for a popular matchmaking deity and associated with the puppet play “Sonezaki Shinju”
Encounter a god of matchmaking in a busy district
The homeland of a goddess at Ise Grand Shrine, located in the old Tango Province
For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did
Kudo-no-kami, the god of the kitchen, is enshrined here
The traditional god of learning
The inner sanctuary is the oldest example of Shinto architecture in Japan