Best Shrines around Kansai Spot List

Where the guardian buck and doe are enshrined

A guardian deity of water with miraculous virtue worshipped since ancient times. The shrine has been worshipped for better luck marriage by countless people through the ages, including nobles.

The inner sanctuary is the oldest example of Shinto architecture in Japan

A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection

The head shrine of all the Kasuga-jinja shrines all over Japan, it is located on Mt. Mikasa, which has been treated as a sacred area since ancient times. In 2018, the shrine commemorated its 1,250th anniversary.

Encounter a god of matchmaking in a busy district

Known for its relation to the Fujiwara clan, this shrine boasts spectacular views of autumn foliage

The head of Japan’s Kumano shrines—famous for matchmaking

A shrine affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body

Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here

A shrine to visit for breaking bad habits or starting good ones

Famous for its strange festival, the Kurama Fire Festival

An old shrine known as “Ebessan” to Osaka’s merchants

Known for its god that brings economic blessings

The mystical, large torii (gateway) that appears as if it’s floating on the lake’s surface is a must-see

For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did

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

A famous shrine that plays a central role in the Gion Festival

The oldest shrine in Kyoto