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.
The Enoshima Shrine is situated on Enoshima Island and is dedicated to the worship of three sister goddesses. It is a popular power spot to increase luck with money and matchmaking.
Famous for its cherry blossoms and being one of Kyoto’s three Kumano Shrines
An old shrine that has continued to protect the northeast entry to Kyoto
Renowned for its famous Somei spring water and bush clover flowers
This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty
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 affiliated with boars and protection for the lower body
Where the guardian buck and doe are enshrined
Pray for good health and matchmaking at this shrine built for subduing an epidemic
A sacred place connected to Hideyoshi
For those who want to succeed like Hideyoshi did
A shrine to the south of the imperial palace for gods who offer directional protection
Built in the Gongen-zukuri style, this shrine was founded by the lord of the Kishu domain, Yorinobu Tokugawa, in 1621 to enshrine his father Ieyasu. Similar to Nikko Tosho-gu Shrine, the magnificent shrine pavilion is surrounded by sculptures by Jingoro Hidari and wall paintings by Tanyu Kano. Seven shrine structures including the Haiden, the Honden, and the vermillion Romon Gate, are designated as national Important Cultural Properties. At the shrine, Mikoshitogyo, which is one of the great festivals called Wakamatsuri, takes place where men carry mikoshi (portable shrine carried in festivals) and courageously descend 108 steps, followed by a parade of 1,000 people.
Having many children themselves, rabbits symbolize safe child-rearing here
This is where Michizane Sugawara, the god of learning and study, is enshrined. You can enjoy flower festivals, too; there are flowers blooming all year round.
The homeland of a goddess at Ise Grand Shrine, located in the old Tango Province
A shinto shrine enshrining Mount Fuji, the symbol of Japan, worshiped by a large number of people.
The three-story pagoda is the symbol of Takahata
Formerly Kumano Hayatama Taisha Shrine, this shrine is located on the grounds where Kumano’s three deities descended