Best Shrines Spot List

Famous for its cherry blossoms and being one of Kyoto’s three Kumano Shrines

Ohyama Afuri Shrine is located on the top of Mt. Oyama. This historical shrine has been worshiped by common people as well as many military commanders in the past.

The oldest shrine in Kyoto

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

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

Famous as a spiritual site believed to bring good luck in marriage

Known as the shinto shrine related to Yoshida Shoin, a samurai clan member of the Choshu Domain who had enormous influence on the movement to topple the Edo Shogunate during the mid-19th century. Now deified, he has become popular as a god of academic success.

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

This is a historical shrine established about 1,500 years ago. The gods for a good marriage match and family harmony are enshrined.

The gateway to Mt. Fuji, this shrine lets you purify body and mind in an atmosphere both solemn and cooling (you might even get a chance to see Shinto ceremonies like festivals, benedictions, or weddings!)

A guardian shinto shrine in northern Shinagawa-shuku. Best known for its portable shrines during the annual Shinagawa Shrine Festival in June.

A spectacular hall of worship with 44 massive pillars

Formerly Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine, this shrine is located on the grounds where Kumano’s three deities descended

Enshrines Japan's top Shinto deity

A well-known shrine for its Chichibu Night Festival. Chichibu shrine enshrines several gods and has a history of over 2,100 years.

The shrine to the north of the main hall of Kiyomizu-dera Temple, whose spirit is worshipped as a deity of marriage. A pair of guardian stones in the grounds known as ”Koi uranai-no-Ishi” dates back to the Jomon period.

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.

Known for its god that brings economic blessings

The head shrine of all Gion satellite shrines throughout Japan. Local residents call the shrine ”Gion-san.”

This is a shrine that worships the Emperor Meiji and his wife. It is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Tokyo, and you can experience the traditional culture of Japan through various rituals.