Best Shrines Spot List

A significant cultural property with the feel of Edo/Tokyo. Richly decorated with gold foils, the magnificent main building also known as the ”shrine of gold” is astounding.

Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers

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

The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped

The main shrine hall is a national treasure with droves of people lining up for the New Year’s shrine visit at “Sumiyossan”

A sacred place connected to Hideyoshi

A shrine affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body

The oldest shrine in Kyoto

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.

Mitsumine Jinja, or Mitsumime Shrine, which is located in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture, is surrounded by beautiful mountains. It enshrines various gods in the fullness of nature.

A shrine for a popular matchmaking deity and associated with the puppet play “Sonezaki Shinju”

The centerpiece of the sacred Dewa Sanzan

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.

Known for its god that brings economic blessings

This shrine is the object of strong faith as the local deity of Haneda. The Haneda Fuji, which was created due to the people's admiration for Mt. Fuji, is another highlight of the shrine's grounds.

This is a popular shrine for enmusubi-mairi, praying for a good marriage match. Weathered, miniature Shinto shrines on the shrine grounds invite your profound interest.

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.

A shinto shrine enshrining Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan, worshiped by a large number of people.

A shrine built to represent the nation's wish for peace. Yushukan displays relics and wills, and it is worth visiting.

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!)