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- Thatched gate and carved details
- Five National Treasure buildings
- Hitoyoshi-Kuma shrine culture
Time scope
Ordinary worship and exterior views of the main buildings; excludes the National Treasure memorial museum, transport, counter queues and formal prayers.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto
- Thatched gate and carved details
- Five National Treasure buildings
- Hitoyoshi-Kuma shrine culture
118 Kamiaoimachi, Hitoyoshi, Kumamoto
About five minutes on foot from the Hitoyoshi Station area. This describes its location, not confirmation of normal rail service. Check transport operators’ current services when planning how to reach Hitoyoshi.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and exterior views of the main buildings; excludes the National Treasure memorial museum, transport, counter queues and formal prayers.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular precinct opening and closing times were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Counter hours do not establish grounds access; check before visiting.
Regular amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed. Contact the shrine before planning a counter visit.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The photograph dates from 2018 and does not establish current facilities or surroundings. Health prayers do not promise medical treatment or outcomes.
Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto · Asotsuhime no Mikoto · Kuni no Miyatsuko Hayamikatama no Mikoto
Shrine tradition dates the enshrinement of three Aso kami to 806. The principal buildings were constructed in 1610–1613. Five structures—the sanctuary, corridor, offering hall, worship hall and gate—are National Treasures, with thatch and carvings characteristic of local architecture.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- Vermilion buildings and torii on the island
- The subtropical trees around the precinct
- Coastal rock formations seen from the approach
Time scope
Bridge crossing, ordinary worship and the main island precinct; excludes travel from the station, a full coastal circuit, museum visits, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
City tourism lists a charge only for the mythology museum. Ordinary worship is free; formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
- Vermilion buildings and torii on the island
- The subtropical trees around the precinct
- Coastal rock formations seen from the approach
2-13-1 Aoshima, Miyazaki
About 10 minutes on foot from JR Aoshima Station. Reach the island across the pedestrian bridge; ordinary visitors cannot drive across to the shrine.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–60 min
Bridge crossing, ordinary worship and the main island precinct; excludes travel from the station, a full coastal circuit, museum visits, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official reception notice lists gate hours of 06:00 to sunset.
Amulets and goshuin: 08:00–17:00 in summer, 08:30–17:00 in winter. The notice does not define the seasonal switch dates. Formal prayer hours were not separately confirmed.
City tourism lists a charge only for the mythology museum. Ordinary worship is free; formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
Sunset closing differs from the staffed-counter timetable. Plan a daytime visit if you want amulets or goshuin. Shrine worship and a longer island walk are different time commitments.
Hikohohodemi no Mikoto · Toyotamahime no Mikoto · Shiotsutsu no Okami
The official history connects the shrine with the stories of Yamasachihiko and Toyotamahime, while stating that its foundation date is unknown. Access to the island was once restricted before opening to general visitors during the Edo period.
- Red torii and shrine precinct
- Mount Fuji views when weather permits
- Upper park's Chureito pagoda and viewing deck — extra climb
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
Asama, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi
- Red torii and shrine precinct
- Mount Fuji views when weather permits
- Upper park's Chureito pagoda and viewing deck — extra climb
2-4-1 Asama, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi
Fujiyoshida's official tourism guide gives about 5 minutes on foot from Shimoyoshida Station to the shrine. The upper park viewpoint requires a further climb, including the 398-step Sakuya-hime staircase or a sloped route.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
15–30 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official tourism shrine listing gives 09:00–16:00. This is not a confirmed opening schedule for the upper public park or viewing deck; check park notices separately.
The tourism listing gives 09:00–16:00; goshuin-specific cut-off times were not separately confirmed. Formal prayers require advance telephone booking according to the shrine.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
The 15–30-minute estimate covers the shrine only, not the upper pagoda viewpoint. The latter needs additional walking, photo time and possible queues. Fuji can be hidden by clouds. Respect nearby homes and local traffic rules. This shrine is not a listed Fujisan World Heritage component.
Konohanasakuya-hime no Mikoto · Oyamatsumi no Mikoto · Ninigi no Mikoto
Its origin tradition places the shrine's establishment in the early eighth century as a local guardian shrine. It preserves traditions of ceremonies to calm Fuji's eruptions. The nearby five-storey Chureito is a war memorial, not the shrine's main sanctuary.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Shrine buildings donated in 1649
- Sanja Festival heritage
- Paired komainu associated with relationship prayers
Time scope
Ordinary worship and shrine buildings; excludes Senso-ji, the Sanja Festival, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Shrine buildings donated in 1649
- Sanja Festival heritage
- Paired komainu associated with relationship prayers
2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
The official guide gives a 7-minute walk from Asakusa Station on the Ginza, Asakusa or Tobu line, or 10 minutes from the Tsukuba Express station.
Representative point for the worship hall in the cultural-property record; not the entrance.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and shrine buildings; excludes Senso-ji, the Sanja Festival, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular grounds-opening hours were not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Office hours below are not a grounds-access schedule.
Office and prayer reception: weekdays 09:00–16:00; weekends and public holidays 09:00–16:30. Confirm the particular goshuin service before visiting.
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Asakusa Shrine is a Shinto shrine; Senso-ji is a separate Buddhist temple. Relationship prayers here are associated with the paired komainu described by the shrine, while protection and business prayers are listed among formal services.
Haji no Manakachi · Hinokuma no Hamanari · Hinokuma no Takenari
Its exact founding date is unknown. The official account distinguishes the 628 Kannon-discovery legend from the later shrine foundation; the present buildings were donated in 1649.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- Restored romon gate
- Designated historic shrine buildings
- A visit combined with the surrounding shrine town
Time scope
Ordinary worship and exterior views of the gate and main buildings; excludes transport, prayers, counter queues, shrine-town sightseeing and the mountaintop site.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Aso, Kumamoto
- Restored romon gate
- Designated historic shrine buildings
- A visit combined with the surrounding shrine town
3083-1 Miyaji, Ichinomiya, Aso, Kumamoto
About 15 minutes on foot from Miyaji Station on the JR Hohi Main Line. Aso Jinja-mae is the nearby bus stop; check current services separately.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and exterior views of the gate and main buildings; excludes transport, prayers, counter queues, shrine-town sightseeing and the mountaintop site.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official guide lists precinct opening hours of 06:00–18:00; events may change access.
The official guide lists the amulet office at 09:00–17:00. Confirm formal-prayer reception separately.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The photograph shows the restored gate from inside in May 2024. Relationship prayers express wishes within a tradition, not guaranteed outcomes.
Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto, with eleven other family kami
The shrine enshrines twelve kami headed by Takeiwatatsu no Mikoto, with traditions linking them to Aso’s settlement and volcanic landscape. Six buildings are Important Cultural Properties. The gate damaged in the 2016 earthquake was restored in December 2023.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- Hilltop setting
- Fire-protection tradition
- Steps on the approach
Time scope
The approach and ordinary precinct visit, excluding formal prayers, queues and café time.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Hilltop setting
- Fire-protection tradition
- Steps on the approach
1-5-3 Atago, Minato-ku, Tokyo
About 5 minutes on foot from Kamiyacho or Toranomon Hills Station, according to the official guide.
Hilltop precinct point supplied by the official map-app link; not the foot of the approach steps.
20–40 min
The approach and ordinary precinct visit, excluding formal prayers, queues and café time.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA regular grounds-opening schedule was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Check before an early or late visit.
Formal prayers are offered between 10:00 and 15:00 with advance arrangements. Separate regular amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed.
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Allow time for climbing and descending. The official prayer-service hours do not establish grounds or amulet-counter hours. The shrine lists Buddhist figures as well as kami; these are retained in the deity information.
Homusubi no Mikoto (principal kami) · Mizuhanome no Mikoto · Oyamazumi no Mikoto · Yamato Takeru no Mikoto · Shogun Jizo · Fugen Bosatsu
Founded in 1603 under Tokugawa Ieyasu’s direction as a shrine for protection from fire. Buildings damaged by later disasters and war were rebuilt in 1958.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- Wooded approach to the main shrine
- Shinmei-style shrine architecture
- Nobunaga’s wall
Time scope
Main shrine worship and a short precinct walk; excludes station approaches, museums, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary admission is free according to Nagoya tourism. The Treasure Hall, Kusanagi-kan, formal prayers and offerings are separate.
- Wooded approach to the main shrine
- Shinmei-style shrine architecture
- Nobunaga’s wall
1-1-1 Jingu, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya, Aichi
Nagoya tourism lists about 3 minutes from Meitetsu Jingu-mae Station to the east gate, or 7 minutes from Atsuta Jingu Nishi subway station (exit 2) to the west gate. These are gate approaches; allow additional time inside.
Representative point in the main precinct or approach, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance.
40–60 min
Main shrine worship and a short precinct walk; excludes station approaches, museums, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe shrine’s FAQ states that ordinary worship is possible 24 hours a day. This does not mean every precinct path or exhibition facility is always open; follow local signs.
Amulets: approximately 07:00 to sunset. Prayer and kagura reception: 08:30–16:00, according to the official FAQ. Exhibition hours and closure dates are separate.
Ordinary admission is free according to Nagoya tourism. The Treasure Hall, Kusanagi-kan, formal prayers and offerings are separate.
The sacred Kusanagi sword is enshrined here; do not expect it to be on public display. Kusanagi-kan exhibits other swords and related material. Check the official precinct guide before entering restricted paths.
Atsuta Okami · Amaterasu Omikami (associated deity) · Susanoo no Mikoto (associated deity) · Yamato Takeru no Mikoto (associated deity) · Miyasuhime no Mikoto (associated deity) · Takeinadane no Mikoto (associated deity)
Shrine tradition connects its beginnings with Miyasuhime enshrining the Kusanagi sacred sword. The main shrine changed to Shinmei-style architecture in 1893 and was rebuilt in 1955 after wartime damage. The precinct also preserves a wall associated with Oda Nobunaga’s 1560 donation.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Heart-shaped inome details
- The town shrine precinct
Time scope
Ordinary worship and looking at the main precinct details; excludes the station walk, countryside travel and queues.
Fee details
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
- Heart-shaped inome details
- The town shrine precinct
4-1-1 Higashimachi, Biei, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
Biei tourism gives about 30 minutes on foot from JR Biei Station; Hokkaido tourism gives about 5 minutes by car. Allow for snow and ice in winter.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
20–35 min
Ordinary worship and looking at the main precinct details; excludes the station walk, countryside travel and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceHokkaido tourism lists the grounds as accessible 24 hours. This does not mean staffed services are always open; daylight is easier for viewing the details.
Hokkaido tourism lists the amulet counter as 09:00–17:00. Seasonal and temporary changes should be checked before a visit.
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
Hokkaido tourism associates visits with prayers for relationships; no outcome is promised. The website link leads to the Hokkaido shrine association’s entry. Its legal address differs from the visitor address shown above.
Amaterasu Omikami · Izanagi no Kami · Izanami no Kami · Ketsumiko no Kami · Okuninushi no Kami
Settlers brought a divided spirit from Kumano in 1897. The shrine adopted the Biei name in 1907 and moved to its present Higashimachi site in 1995.
- The bridges and trees around Shinji Pond
- The precinct’s large camphor trees
- The main sanctuary worship area
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes travel, museums, shopping, meals, the hill-side Tenkai Inari visit, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is listed as free. Museums, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
- The bridges and trees around Shinji Pond
- The precinct’s large camphor trees
- The main sanctuary worship area
4-7-1 Saifu, Dazaifu, Fukuoka
About 5 minutes on foot from Nishitetsu Dazaifu Station. Travel from Fukuoka and walks to museums are separate from the precinct visit.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
45–75 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes travel, museums, shopping, meals, the hill-side Tenkai Inari visit, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe English FAQ lists opening at 06:00–06:30 depending on season. Closing: 18:30 in December–March, 19:30 in June–August and 19:00 in April–May and September–November.
The May 2026 notice places formal prayer reception in the Seishinkan ceremony hall, 09:00–16:30. Individuals normally need no reservation; groups should enquire. Ordinary counter hours were not confirmed.
Ordinary worship is listed as free. Museums, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
The September 19, 2026 notice says worship in front of the main sanctuary has resumed; it does not establish that every renovation task is finished. Formal prayer reception is separate. The photograph shows the temporary hall in December 2023, not a live view of the current worship arrangement.
Sugawara no Michizane (Tenjin)
The shrine honours the scholar and statesman Sugawara no Michizane as Tenjin. Its history extends over a thousand years and centres on the place where he was buried after his death in Dazaifu.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- The thatched Sanjingosaiden hall
- The summit’s religious landscape
- The nearby Kagami-ike pond
Time scope
Worship and a short summit-precinct walk; excludes the 2,446 steps, the lower five-storied pagoda, Gassan/Yudono visits, transport and prayers.
Fee details
Tsuruoka’s official English tourism page lists ordinary admission as free. Formal prayers, museums and road transport can have separate charges.
Photo unavailable
Haguro, Tsuruoka, Yamagata
- The thatched Sanjingosaiden hall
- The summit’s religious landscape
- The nearby Kagami-ike pond
Haguroyama, Haguromachi Toge, Tsuruoka, Yamagata (Mt. Haguro summit)
For a summit visit, check buses from JR Tsuruoka Station to Haguro Sancho. Haguro Zuishinmon is the lower approach for the 2,446-step walk, not the summit stop. Check seasonal timetables and road conditions.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
45–75 min
Worship and a short summit-precinct walk; excludes the 2,446 steps, the lower five-storied pagoda, Gassan/Yudono visits, transport and prayers.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe shrine identifies the hall as a year-round worship destination. Public tourism pages give different daily hours, so no single gate schedule is treated as confirmed here. Winter access depends on snow and transport.
Daily amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Check directly if you need a staffed service.
Tsuruoka’s official English tourism page lists ordinary admission as free. Formal prayers, museums and road transport can have separate charges.
This entry is the Haguro summit hall, not a visit to all three mountain sites. Snow, steep approaches and seasonal transport require planning. Specific blessing filters are left unassigned until a reliable prayer-category source is confirmed.
Ideha no Kami · Ukanomitama no Mikoto · Tsukuyomi no Mikoto · Oyamatsumi no Mikoto · Onamuchi no Mikoto · Sukunahikona no Mikoto
The present hall was rebuilt in 1818 and preserves a form shaped by the mountains’ religious traditions. It is a nationally designated Important Cultural Property. The three mountains have a history of both kami worship and Buddhist mountain practice.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- World Heritage component of the Fujisan cultural site
- Important Cultural Property main sanctuary
- Wakutamaike spring pond, a Special Natural Monument
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
Photo unavailable
Fujinomiya, Shizuoka
- World Heritage component of the Fujisan cultural site
- Important Cultural Property main sanctuary
- Wakutamaike spring pond, a Special Natural Monument
1-1 Miyacho, Fujinomiya, Shizuoka
JNTO gives about 15 minutes on foot from Fujinomiya Station on the JR Minobu Line. Fujinomiya and Fujiyoshida are on different sides of Mount Fuji; add intercity transport when comparing their shrines.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceCurrent seasonal gate times could not be reconfirmed because the shrine website was unavailable during this check. Plan a daytime visit and verify opening arrangements before travel.
Current amulet, goshuin and formal-prayer reception hours were not reconfirmed in accessible official/public sources. Do not infer them from precinct access.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
This entry and map point refer to the Fujinomiya foothill shrine, not the summit Okumiya. Mount Fuji views depend on weather. The pond's designation is distinct from a building designation; childbirth prayers are a tradition, not a guarantee.
Konohanasakuya-hime no Mikoto (Asama no Okami)
The shrine's history links its present location to a move from Yamamiya in 806; this is recorded as tradition. It became a centre of worship on Fuji's southern side. Tokugawa Ieyasu sponsored the main sanctuary, now an Important Cultural Property.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Red torii and shrine amid Nihonbashi’s buildings
- Edo lottery and Mebuki Inari traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
Fee details
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
Nihonbashi, Chuo, Tokyo
- Red torii and shrine amid Nihonbashi’s buildings
- Edo lottery and Mebuki Inari traditions
2-4-14 Nihonbashi-Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
About 1 minute from Mitsukoshimae Station exit A6. Shin-Nihombashi Station is another option. The official FAQ describes wheelchair/stroller facilities; check its separate access guide for your station route.
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
10–25 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official FAQ permits worship 24 hours; remain quiet at night. Staffed services have separate hours.
Amulets and goshuin: 10:00–17:00. Goshuin are supplied on paper rather than written directly in your book. Formal prayers require a telephone reservation.
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
Photography is restricted in some areas, including inside the shrine building. A short visit does not include formal prayer or queues for limited amulets.
Ukanomitama no Mikoto (principal kami) · Ame no Hohi no Mikoto · Onamuchi no Mikoto · Sukunahikona no Mikoto · Kotoshironushi no Mikoto · Mihotsuhime no Mikoto · Ota Dokan · Benzaiten · Tokugawa Ieyasu
The precise foundation date is unknown. Shrine tradition places it here in the ninth century and connects the name Mebuki Inari with Tokugawa Hidetada seeing shoots on a wooden torii. The shrine also recalls shogunate-authorised lotteries used to support rebuilding.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Torii-lined paths
- Sacred Inariyama
- Fox messengers, not the deity itself
Time scope
Lower precinct and an initial section of the torii paths; not a full mountain circuit.
Fee details
Admission to the grounds is free. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Fushimi, Kyoto
- Torii-lined paths
- Sacred Inariyama
- Fox messengers, not the deity itself
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchi-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto
JR Inari Station is next to the shrine; the official guide lists a 5-minute train ride from Kyoto Station. From Keihan Fushimi-inari Station, walk about 5 minutes east. These are arrival directions, not time spent walking the mountain paths.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
45–90 min
Lower precinct and an initial section of the torii paths; not a full mountain circuit.
This 45–90-minute range is a planning estimate for the shorter visit. Kyoto City tourism describes the full mountain circuit as about 4 km and 2 hours; allow more time for breaks and crowds.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe grounds are open day and night according to Kyoto City tourism. Offices have daytime hours; follow any restrictions posted on site.
Amulet counter: 08:00–18:00 (Kyoto City tourism). Formal prayer services: 08:30–16:30; the shrine asks visitors to apply by about 16:00. New Year and festival schedules may differ.
Admission to the grounds is free. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Respect restricted areas. The official rules prohibit smoking, drones and eating outside designated areas.
Ukanomitama no Okami · Satahiko no Okami · Omiyanome no Okami · Tanaka no Okami · Shino Okami
The shrine's tradition dates Inari's enshrinement to 711. Today it is the head shrine of the Inari shrine network.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- Colourful carvings on the sanctuary buildings
- The front gate associated with Fushimi Castle
- The Gokosui water tradition
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main gate and precinct; excludes the stone garden, formal prayers, festival events, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Ordinary-admission pricing was not confirmed. Formal prayers and amulets are separate; check the official site before visiting.
- Colourful carvings on the sanctuary buildings
- The front gate associated with Fushimi Castle
- The Gokosui water tradition
174 Gokonomiya Monzencho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto
Official access: about 4 minutes from Kintetsu Momoyama-goryomae and 6 minutes from Keihan Fushimi-momoyama. The Gokonomiya-mae bus stop is beside the shrine.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
25–45 min
Ordinary worship and the main gate and precinct; excludes the stone garden, formal prayers, festival events, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA separate precinct gate schedule was not confirmed. The office operates 09:00–16:00; this is not a verified whole-precinct closing time.
Amulets and goshuin 09:00–16:00; formal-prayer reception 09:00–15:30, according to the official grounds guide.
Ordinary-admission pricing was not confirmed. Formal prayers and amulets are separate; check the official site before visiting.
The water story is religious tradition, not evidence of medical effects. Garden admission and opening arrangements need a separate check. Festival conditions differ from an ordinary visit.
Empress Jingu (principal deity)
The foundation date is unknown. Shrine tradition relates its name to fragrant water appearing in 862. The current main sanctuary was built in 1605, and the front gate was donated from Fushimi Castle in 1622.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Connected wooden shrine buildings from 1915
- Broad curved roofs
- The wooded setting at Mount Hakodate’s foot
Time scope
Ordinary worship and main precinct buildings; excludes the tram-stop walk, Hekketsuhi monument, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
A separate ordinary-worship admission fee was not confirmed in the cited official guides. Do not treat this as a verified free-admission statement. Goshuin and prayers are separate.
- Connected wooden shrine buildings from 1915
- Broad curved roofs
- The wooded setting at Mount Hakodate’s foot
2-5 Yachigashira-cho, Hakodate, Hokkaido
Hakodate’s official tourism guide gives about 8 minutes on foot from Yachigashira tram stop. The approach is uphill; walking estimates from other sources differ by route.
Representative precinct point from the official city tourism map; not a certified entrance.
25–40 min
Ordinary worship and main precinct buildings; excludes the tram-stop walk, Hekketsuhi monument, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Slopes, snow and walking pace affect it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe city tourism guide lists early/late access, but a precise gate timetable was not confirmed. Hokkaido tourism’s 09:00–17:00 listing does not clearly separate gates and staffed services; check locally before an early or late visit.
The Hokkaido shrine association lists goshuin reception 09:00–17:00. Other counter and prayer times were not independently confirmed.
A separate ordinary-worship admission fee was not confirmed in the cited official guides. Do not treat this as a verified free-admission statement. Goshuin and prayers are separate.
This is not Kameda Hachimangu elsewhere in Hakodate. The steep approach and stone steps matter when planning; a step-free route has not been verified. Maritime protection is a worship tradition, not a travel-safety guarantee.
Hondawake no Mikoto (Emperor Ojin) · Sumiyoshi Okami · Kotohira Okami
Shrine tradition traces its origins to 1445, when Kono Masamichi enshrined Hachiman at his residence. It moved to Yachigashira in 1880; the present connected shrine buildings were completed in 1915.
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- The Heiwa no Torii beside Lake Ashi
- Cedar-lined approach and shrine buildings
- Kuzuryu Shrine’s Shingu beside the main shrine
Time scope
Main shrine worship, the wooded approach and a short lakeside-torii stop. Excludes bus travel, photo queues, the Treasure Hall, formal prayers, lake cruises, Kuzuryu Hongu and summit Mototsumiya.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is free. The Treasure Hall and formal prayers are separate. Visits to Kuzuryu Shrine’s Hongu or the summit Mototsumiya have their own transport and admission needs; those are not included here.
- The Heiwa no Torii beside Lake Ashi
- Cedar-lined approach and shrine buildings
- Kuzuryu Shrine’s Shingu beside the main shrine
80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa
Take a bus toward Motohakone from Hakone-Yumoto or Odawara and walk from Motohakone-ko; the shrine lists about 10 minutes from the port. The official guide warns that Hakone-jinja-iriguchi is skipped by some daytime services. Confirm your bus stop and current timetable; traffic can extend the journey.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–70 min
Main shrine worship, the wooded approach and a short lakeside-torii stop. Excludes bus travel, photo queues, the Treasure Hall, formal prayers, lake cruises, Kuzuryu Hongu and summit Mototsumiya.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, queues and available routes vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceHakone Tourism Association lists unrestricted worship rather than a fixed gate schedule. This does not establish night-time access to every building or lakeside photo spot. Plan a daylight visit and check notices.
The official normal schedule is 08:15–17:00 for amulets and goshuin; formal prayer reception 08:30–16:00; Treasure Hall admission reception 09:00–16:00. Special arrangements may change these times.
Ordinary worship is free. The Treasure Hall and formal prayers are separate. Visits to Kuzuryu Shrine’s Hongu or the summit Mototsumiya have their own transport and admission needs; those are not included here.
There are steps between the lake and main shrine. The map point marks the main shrine precinct, not the lakeside torii. Kuzuryu Shingu is adjacent; Kuzuryu Hongu and summit Mototsumiya are separate destinations. Allow extra time if a photo queue forms, and do not block worshippers. Blessing labels reflect traditional prayers, not promised outcomes.
Ninigi no Mikoto · Konohanasakuya-hime no Mikoto · Hikohohodemi no Mikoto
The shrine’s account dates its establishment at the present lakeside site to 757 by the monk Mangan. It developed from mountain worship and later received the support of warriors including Minamoto Yoritomo. Its historic identity as Hakone Gongen reflects the former combination of Shinto and Buddhist traditions.
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- First stone torii
- Romon gate and its historical plaque
- Main sanctuary and worship hall, Important Cultural Properties
Time scope
First torii, romon gate and ordinary worship; excludes paid gardens, beach walks, transport and festival queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Higashi, Fukuoka
- First stone torii
- Romon gate and its historical plaque
- Main sanctuary and worship hall, Important Cultural Properties
1-22-1 Hakozaki, Higashi, Fukuoka
Use Hakozaki-Miyamae Station on the Fukuoka subway Hakozaki Line, then walk to the approach. From the airport or Hakata, check the connection at Nakasu-Kawabata.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
First torii, romon gate and ordinary worship; excludes paid gardens, beach walks, transport and festival queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer source06:00–19:00 according to the official guide; event arrangements may differ.
Amulet counter: 08:30–17:30. Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–16:30. A separate goshuin cutoff was not confirmed.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Buildings are viewed from the permitted worship areas; a designation does not mean unrestricted interior access. Seasonal flower gardens have separate dates and fees. September's Hojoya festival can be crowded.
Emperor Ojin (Hachiman) · Empress Jingu · Tamayori-hime no Mikoto
The exact founding date is uncertain; the shrine's Japanese history describes a move here in 923. The main sanctuary, worship hall, romon gate and first torii are Important Cultural Properties, not National Treasure buildings.
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- Palace-inspired vermilion buildings
- Okazaki location
- Separate paid Shin-en garden
Time scope
Ordinary precinct worship and architecture; excludes Shin-en garden, formal prayers and queues. Allow additional time for the garden.
Fee details
Shin-en garden: adult ¥600, child ¥300 in the official guide. Ordinary-visit admission was not separately confirmed. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
- Palace-inspired vermilion buildings
- Okazaki location
- Separate paid Shin-en garden
97 Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
The official guide gives a 10-minute walk from Higashiyama Station, exit 1, or 15 minutes from Sanjo or Jingu-marutamachi Station.
Representative shrine point from the official place link; visitor entrance not verified.
30–60 min
Ordinary precinct worship and architecture; excludes Shin-en garden, formal prayers and queues. Allow additional time for the garden.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOrdinary shrine visits: Mar–Sep 06:00–18:00; Oct 06:00–17:30; Nov–Feb 06:00–17:00. Shin-en opens at 08:30 and normally closes at the seasonal time above, with final admission 30 minutes earlier. Festival exceptions apply.
Dated hours or seasonal information needs a fresh check. Confirm the latest official notice before visiting. Official site
Prayer reception: 09:00–16:00. Separate regular amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed from the pages reviewed.
Shin-en garden: adult ¥600, child ¥300 in the official guide. Ordinary-visit admission was not separately confirmed. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
Decide whether you want the precinct or the garden before comparing visit times. The garden page lists special hours for October 22; confirm the latest festival notice rather than relying on normal hours.
Emperor Kanmu · Emperor Komei
Founded in 1895 to commemorate 1,100 years since the transfer of the capital to Heian-kyo. It enshrines Emperors Kanmu and Komei.
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- Sanno Inari torii approach
- Hilltop precinct in Nagatacho
- Treasure Hall with a separate visiting schedule
Time scope
A precinct visit, excluding the Treasure Hall, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
The Treasure Hall is free according to the official guide; event or exhibition closures may apply. An ordinary-visit admission fee is not stated in the pages reviewed. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
- Sanno Inari torii approach
- Hilltop precinct in Nagatacho
- Treasure Hall with a separate visiting schedule
2-10-5 Nagatacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
The official nearest-station list gives about 3 minutes from Akasaka exit 2 or Tameike-sanno exit 7. A separate route description gives about 5 minutes from Tameike-sanno exit 7, so allow extra walking time. These are station-to-shrine estimates, not the visit duration.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
20–40 min
A precinct visit, excluding the Treasure Hall, formal prayers and queues.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGrounds: 06:00–17:00. Check special schedules around New Year and shrine events.
Amulets and goshuin: 08:00–16:00. Formal-prayer reception and Treasure Hall: 09:00–16:00.
The Treasure Hall is free according to the official guide; event or exhibition closures may apply. An ordinary-visit admission fee is not stated in the pages reviewed. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
The official relationship-prayer guide links this tradition to Oyamakui and the paired sacred monkey figures in the grounds. These are cultural traditions, not guaranteed results. Amulet and goshuin counters close before the grounds; the Treasure Hall can close for events or exhibition changes.
Oyamakui no Kami · Kunitokotachi no Kami · Izanami no Kami · Tarashinakatsuhiko no Mikoto
Ota Dokan enshrined the Sanno deity inside Edo Castle in 1478. The shrine moved to Nagatacho in 1659; its present main building was rebuilt in 1958 after wartime destruction.
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- A shrine tradition connected to stored ice
- The precinct facing the Nara National Museum
- Ice fortune slips, subject to current availability
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes performances, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
The official site lists free admission. Amulets, fortunes and formal prayers are separate.
- A shrine tradition connected to stored ice
- The precinct facing the Nara National Museum
- Ice fortune slips, subject to current availability
1-4 Kasuganocho, Nara
The official guide gives about 15 minutes east on foot from Kintetsu Nara Station. Buses stop at Himurojinja / Kokuritsu Hakubutsukan-mae, beside the museum.
Representative point near the torii approach, read from the GSI standard map; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
15–30 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes performances, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceApril–October 06:00–18:00; November–March 06:30–17:30, according to the official site. Event arrangements can differ.
A separate amulet or goshuin counter schedule was not confirmed. Gate hours do not establish counter hours.
The official site lists free admission. Amulets, fortunes and formal prayers are separate.
Ice-related events and fortune-slip arrangements can change. Follow current shrine guidance; the museum visit is separate from this shrine-time estimate.
Osasagi no Mikoto · Tsuge no Inagi Oyamanushi no Mikoto · Nukata no Onakatsuhiko no Mikoto
The shrine’s account connects its origin with imperial ice storage in 710 and a move to the present location in 860. These dates describe shrine tradition.
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- Vermilion designated shrine buildings
- Two sanctuary areas for Amaterasu and Susanoo
- Traditions tied to Izumo’s coast
Time scope
Ordinary worship at the lower and upper sanctuaries and exterior views of the buildings; excludes the lighthouse, coast walks, transport, counter queues and formal prayers.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Izumo, Shimane
- Vermilion designated shrine buildings
- Two sanctuary areas for Amaterasu and Susanoo
- Traditions tied to Izumo’s coast
455 Hinomisaki, Taisha, Izumo, Shimane
Shimane’s tourism guide lists about 60 minutes by Hinomisaki-bound bus from JR Izumoshi Station. Part of the access road uses temporary alternating traffic. Check current bus times and road conditions before visiting.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship at the lower and upper sanctuaries and exterior views of the buildings; excludes the lighthouse, coast walks, transport, counter queues and formal prayers.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular precinct opening and closing times were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Counter hours do not establish grounds access; check before visiting.
The tourism guide lists the amulet office at 08:30–16:50; the official telephone reception uses the same hours. Confirm the day’s goshuin and formal-prayer reception on site.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The official FAQ says there is no toilet inside the precinct and directs visitors to public facilities near the bus stop and coast. Steps lead to the upper sanctuary. Its approximately 15-minute walk to the lighthouse is separate from the shrine allowance, as are return travel and lighthouse sightseeing.
Amaterasu Omikami (lower sanctuary) · Susanoo no Mikoto (upper sanctuary)
Amaterasu is enshrined at the lower Hishizumi-no-miya and Susanoo at the upper Kami-no-miya. The shrine buildings, associated with construction in the Edo period, are Important Cultural Properties. Mythological traditions are distinguished from the buildings’ history.
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- National Treasure east and west sanctuaries
- Distinctive Sanno torii
- Woodland and streams at Mount Hiei’s foot
Time scope
A lower-precinct circuit around the east and west sanctuaries, allowing some margin over the official usual 40-minute visit; excludes the uphill inner shrines, station transfers and counter queues.
Fee details
Precinct contribution: adults ¥500, junior/senior high school students ¥300, younger children free. Amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- National Treasure east and west sanctuaries
- Distinctive Sanno torii
- Woodland and streams at Mount Hiei’s foot
5-1-1 Sakamoto, Otsu, Shiga
The official access guide gives about 10 minutes on foot from Keihan Sakamoto-hieizanguchi Station or 20 minutes from JR Hieizan-Sakamoto Station.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
40–60 min
A lower-precinct circuit around the east and west sanctuaries, allowing some margin over the official usual 40-minute visit; excludes the uphill inner shrines, station transfers and counter queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official visiting time is 09:00–16:00. The east and west sanctuary gates open 06:00–16:00 April–September and 07:00–16:00 October–March.
Amulets and goshuin: 09:00–16:00. Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–15:30. Weather or events may change services.
Precinct contribution: adults ¥500, junior/senior high school students ¥300, younger children free. Amulets and formal prayers are separate.
The official FAQ describes the inner shrines as an uphill walk of about 1 km and 30 minutes each way; plan this separately. Conservation work at Juge-gu’s worship hall is also announced.
Onamuchi no Kami (west sanctuary) · Oyamakui no Kami (east sanctuary)
The west sanctuary enshrines Onamuchi and the east sanctuary Oyamakui. Hiyoshi is a centre of Hiyoshi, Hie and Sanno worship with close historical ties to Mount Hiei. Both main sanctuaries are National Treasures; its roughly 2,100-year origin is presented as shrine tradition.
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- The shrine halls above the approach
- Plum trees linked to Tenjin worship
- The hill-side precinct
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short precinct walk; excludes travel, museum and tea visits, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
- The shrine halls above the approach
- Plum trees linked to Tenjin worship
- The hill-side precinct
14-1 Matsuzaki-cho, Hofu, Yamaguchi
Approximately 15 minutes on foot from JR Hofu Station. Follow the current on-site directions for the approach during construction.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short precinct walk; excludes travel, museum and tea visits, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official access page lists 06:00–20:00.
The dedicated prayer page lists reception at 09:00–16:30. Ordinary amulet and goshuin counter hours could not be confirmed from the pages reviewed.
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
The homepage reports construction affecting the route from the parking area toward the gate. Do not rely on an older approach description for a stroller or wheelchair visit; check the latest posted route.
Sugawara no Michizane · Amenohohi no Mikoto · Takehinadori no Mikoto · Nomi no Sukune
The shrine’s tradition dates its foundation to 904, the year after Sugawara no Michizane died. It enshrines Michizane together with Amenohohi, Takehinadori and Nomi no Sukune.
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- Wooded approaches beside Maruyama Park
- The main shrine precinct
- Seasonal cherry and plum blossoms
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short precinct walk; excludes travel from the station, Maruyama Park, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary admission is free according to Hokkaido tourism. Amulets, goshuin and formal prayers are separate.
- Wooded approaches beside Maruyama Park
- The main shrine precinct
- Seasonal cherry and plum blossoms
474 Miyagaoka, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Hokkaido tourism gives about 15 minutes on foot from Maruyama Koen subway station. Allow additional time for the precinct walk and winter footing.
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance.
40–60 min
Ordinary worship and a short precinct walk; excludes travel from the station, Maruyama Park, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, snow and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceTourism guidance: 07:00–16:00 January 8–February; 07:00–17:00 March; 06:00–17:00 April–October; 07:00–16:00 November–December. December 31–January 7 has special hours. Check the shrine’s current notice before an early or late visit.
Sapporo tourism lists ordinary amulet and goshuin service from 09:00 until gate closure. New Year service differs; counter opening is not the same as gate opening.
Ordinary admission is free according to Hokkaido tourism. Amulets, goshuin and formal prayers are separate.
This entry is the Maruyama shrine, not the separate downtown Tongu. Winter paths may be snowy or icy; flowering dates vary. Follow temporary closures and local signs.
Okunitama no Kami · Onamuchi no Kami · Sukunahikona no Kami · Emperor Meiji
Its foundation dates to the 1869 ceremony enshrining three kami associated with Hokkaido’s development. The shrine moved to Maruyama in 1871. Emperor Meiji was additionally enshrined in 1964, when it took its present name.
- Vermilion gate and main worship area
- Ikuta woodland behind the shrine
- Relationship-prayer traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk in Ikuta woodland; excludes transport, counter queues and formal prayers.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
- Vermilion gate and main worship area
- Ikuta woodland behind the shrine
- Relationship-prayer traditions
1-2-1 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo, Kobe, Hyogo
The official guide gives about 10 minutes on foot north from JR Sannomiya or the private-railway Sannomiya stations, and about 20 minutes south from Shin-Kobe.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk in Ikuta woodland; excludes transport, counter queues and formal prayers.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceUsually opens at 07:00 and closes around 17:00. The official FAQ mentions around 18:00 in summer, without defining the months; check the day's closing notice.
Amulets and goshuin: 09:00–16:30. Formal prayers: 09:30–16:00, according to the official FAQ.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Shrine prayers express wishes, not guaranteed outcomes. Allow extra time for goshuin, formal prayers or special events; these are not included in the short visit estimate.
Wakahirume no Mikoto
Ikuta enshrines Wakahirume no Mikoto, a kami associated with weaving. Shrine tradition connects its origins with Empress Jingu; this is a traditional account rather than an independently established foundation date.
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- Ebisu worship associated with Osaka commerce
- The main sanctuary
- A station-side shrine stop
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes Toka Ebisu, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Osaka tourism lists free worship. Amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Ebisu worship associated with Osaka commerce
- The main sanctuary
- A station-side shrine stop
1-6-10 Ebisunishi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka
The shrine is immediately east of Nankai Imamiyaebisu Station. Its official guide gives about 8 minutes from Daikokucho exit 3 or Ebisucho exit 5.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
20–35 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes Toka Ebisu, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceMain gates 06:00–17:00; the southern side gate remains available until 22:00. This does not mean every building or counter is open late. January 1–11 has a separate schedule.
Amulets and goshuin 09:00–17:00; formal-prayer reception 09:30–16:30. January 1–11 differs.
Osaka tourism lists free worship. Amulets and formal prayers are separate.
January festival conditions are not represented by the ordinary visit-time estimate. Commercial filming and publication are subject to the shrine’s photography rules; check before arranging a shoot.
Amaterasu Omikami · Kotoshironushi no Mikoto · Susanoo no Mikoto · Tsukuyomi no Mikoto · Wakahirume no Mikoto
The shrine’s account traces its origins to 600 as a guardian of the western side of Shitennoji. This is its traditional foundation story. Its Ebisu worship became closely associated with Osaka’s commerce.
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- Vermilion Hachiman-style buildings
- The main 135-step approach
- Views towards Dogo from the approach
Time scope
The stone-step ascent and descent, ordinary worship and a short walk by the shrine buildings; excludes the station-to-stair approach, onsen, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
A separate ordinary-worship admission tariff was not confirmed in the reviewed official pages. Formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate; the parking concession is not an admission tariff.
Dogo, Matsuyama, Ehime
- Vermilion Hachiman-style buildings
- The main 135-step approach
- Views towards Dogo from the approach
173 Sakuradani-cho, Matsuyama, Ehime
The official guide lists about 5 minutes uphill from Dogo Onsen tram station. The main approach has 135 stone steps according to Ehime tourism. Walking pace and pauses on the stairs affect the journey.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
25–45 min
The stone-step ascent and descent, ordinary worship and a short walk by the shrine buildings; excludes the station-to-stair approach, onsen, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOrdinary gate hours were not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. The 06:00–18:00 period on the official access page concerns parking, not a confirmed shrine gate schedule.
Ehime tourism lists the amulet counter 09:00–18:00. A separate current goshuin or prayer-reception timetable was not confirmed on the official site; confirm before a visit specifically for these services.
A separate ordinary-worship admission tariff was not confirmed in the reviewed official pages. Formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate; the parking concession is not an admission tariff.
A short map distance from Dogo Onsen does not mean a level walk. Ask the shrine about another approach if stairs are difficult. The official parking guide gives one hour free for worshippers between 06:00 and 18:00; this is more specific than the tourism listing’s general free-parking note.
Empress Jingu · Emperor Ojin · Emperor Chuai · Mihashira no Hime Okami
The precise foundation date is uncertain, but the shrine appears in the Engishiki records. Its current buildings were completed in 1667 under Matsudaira Sadanaga; the shrine tradition links their rebuilding to his archery prayer. The Hachiman-style complex is nationally designated as an Important Cultural Property.
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- The romon gate
- The shrine precinct
- Seasonal iris displays
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short precinct walk; excludes the treasury, seasonal iris events, formal prayers, transport and queues.
Fee details
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
- The romon gate
- The shrine precinct
- Seasonal iris displays
4377 Miyabayashi-ko, Aizumisato, Onuma District, Fukushima
The official site provides an access map for the Miyabayashi precinct in Aizumisato. Check local trains or buses from Aizuwakamatsu and the final walking approach before setting out.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short precinct walk; excludes the treasury, seasonal iris events, formal prayers, transport and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA fixed daily gate schedule was not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Visit in daylight and check current notices.
Formal-prayer reception is listed as 09:00–15:00. This is not a confirmed schedule for all amulet or goshuin counters.
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
Do not expect the pre-fire main hall to be standing unchanged. Check the latest reconstruction and worship notices. Iris flowering and event dates vary each year.
Izanagi no Mikoto · Izanami no Mikoto · Obiko no Mikoto · Takenunakawawake no Mikoto
Its origin tradition connects the shrine with the ancient journeys of Obiko and Takenunakawawake. The shrine’s long Aizu history is distinct from that legend. A 2008 fire destroyed major shrine buildings; reconstruction remains a subject of official notices.
- The forest approach to the main sanctuary
- Toyouke’s food-offering tradition
- Magatama Pond; the Sengukan museum is a separate visit
Time scope
The main precinct following the official 30- or 60-minute model courses. Excludes station travel, Naiku, the Sengukan museum, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary shrine visits are free. Formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate. Museum admission and transport are not included.
- The forest approach to the main sanctuary
- Toyouke’s food-offering tradition
- Magatama Pond; the Sengukan museum is a separate visit
279 Toyokawa-cho, Ise, Mie
Ise City Tourism Association lists about 5 minutes on foot from Iseshi Station or 7–12 minutes from Ujiyamada Station. Naiku requires a separate journey; check the current bus route rather than treating both shrines as one walkable precinct.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
The main precinct following the official 30- or 60-minute model courses. Excludes station travel, Naiku, the Sengukan museum, formal prayers and queues.
Based on the shrine’s official model-course options, not a guaranteed completion time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer source05:00–18:00 in January–April and September; 05:00–19:00 in May–August; 05:00–17:00 in October–December. New Year arrangements may differ.
Amulets and goshuin: 06:00–18:00, closing at 17:00 in October–December. Formal prayer reception at the Kaguraden: 08:00–15:30. New Year schedules may change. These counters do not follow the full grounds-opening hours.
Ordinary shrine visits are free. Formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate. Museum admission and transport are not included.
Geku followed by Naiku is the customary order, not an obligatory rule. Follow the posted left-side walking rule at Geku. Some subsidiary shrines have steps. The main sanctuary, Sengukan museum and Naiku are different visit scopes. Observe photo restrictions and obtain prior permission for commercial photography. Prayer categories do not promise results.
Toyouke Omikami
Shrine tradition dates Toyouke’s arrival in Ise to about 1,500 years ago, to provide the sacred meals offered to Amaterasu. Geku remains a distinct principal sanctuary within Ise Jingu. Its ceremonies and forest precinct make it more than a preliminary stop before Naiku.
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- Uji Bridge and its wooden torii
- The Isuzu River and wooded approach
- Worship at the main sanctuary
Time scope
Uji Bridge, the main sanctuary and selected precinct sights, following the official 60- or 90-minute model courses. Excludes buses, Geku, meals, shopping, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary shrine visits are free. Formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate. Museum admission and transport are not included.
- Uji Bridge and its wooden torii
- The Isuzu River and wooded approach
- Worship at the main sanctuary
1 Ujitachi-cho, Ise, Mie
Ise City Tourism Association lists buses to Naiku-mae taking about 20 minutes from Iseshi or Ujiyamada Station, or about 6 minutes from Isuzugawa Station. The walk from Uji Bridge into the shrine is additional. Check current buses and allow for road congestion.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
60–90 min
Uji Bridge, the main sanctuary and selected precinct sights, following the official 60- or 90-minute model courses. Excludes buses, Geku, meals, shopping, formal prayers and queues.
Based on the shrine’s official model-course options, not a guaranteed completion time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer source05:00–18:00 in January–April and September; 05:00–19:00 in May–August; 05:00–17:00 in October–December. New Year arrangements may differ.
Amulets and goshuin: 06:00–18:00, closing at 17:00 in October–December. Formal prayer reception at the Kaguraden: 08:00–15:30. New Year schedules may change. These counters do not follow the full grounds-opening hours.
Ordinary shrine visits are free. Formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate. Museum admission and transport are not included.
The customary order is Geku followed by Naiku, but the official FAQ says there is no compulsory order. Follow the posted right-side walking rule at Naiku. Gravel paths and the long approach need suitable footwear. Observe no-photography signs; the shrine prohibits commercial filming and photography without prior permission. Prayer categories describe traditions and requested prayers, not promised outcomes.
Amaterasu Omikami
According to shrine tradition, Amaterasu was enshrined here about 2,000 years ago. Naiku is one of the two principal sanctuaries within Ise Jingu, a group of 125 shrines. The institution preserves a tradition of rebuilding its sanctuaries through the Shikinen Sengu ceremonies.
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- The lower honsha precinct
- The stepped hillside approach
Time scope
Ordinary worship at the lower honsha and its stepped precinct; excludes summit climbing, ropeway travel, other Ishizuchi shrines and prayers.
Fee details
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
- The lower honsha precinct
- The stepped hillside approach
797 Nishida-ko, Saijo, Ehime
Official guidance gives about 10 minutes by car from JR Iyo-Saijo Station or 15 minutes from Iyo-Saijo IC. The approach branches from Route 11 at a red torii; allow time for the shrine’s steps.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
35–60 min
Ordinary worship at the lower honsha and its stepped precinct; excludes summit climbing, ropeway travel, other Ishizuchi shrines and prayers.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA fixed daily gate schedule was not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Visit in daylight and check current notices.
The honsha formal-prayer guide lists reception from 08:30 to 16:00. General goshuin/amulet counter hours were not separately confirmed.
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
This listing is Kuchinomiya Honsha in Saijo, not the mountaintop Chojosha or Joju-sha. Shrine-site names matter when checking transport. Follow local guidance for stairs and any ceremonies.
Ishizuchihiko no Mikoto
Ishizuchi worship grew around the mountain and the tradition of the ascetic En no Gyoja. The modern shrine organisation followed the Meiji separation of Shinto and Buddhism. This lower honsha is distinct from the mountain’s other shrine sites.
- Great torii on the waterfront
- Covered corridors
- Views shaped by the tides
Time scope
Shrine corridors and nearby torii views; excludes the ferry and other island attractions.
Fee details
Adult shrine admission: ¥300. The Treasure Hall costs ¥300 separately, or ¥500 for a combined adult ticket. Ferry travel is separate.
Miyajima, Hiroshima
- Great torii on the waterfront
- Covered corridors
- Views shaped by the tides
1-1 Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima
From Miyajimaguchi pier, the official guide gives a ferry crossing of about 10 minutes to Miyajima pier. Continue on foot to the shrine. Allow separate time for reaching the pier, waiting, and the island walk; the crossing time is not the full journey.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
30–60 min
Shrine corridors and nearby torii views; excludes the ferry and other island attractions.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
The safe-travel category reflects the tradition of protection at sea.
Prayer source1 Jan: 00:00–18:30; 2–3 Jan: 06:30–18:30; 4 Jan–Feb: 06:30–17:30; 1 Mar–14 Oct: 06:30–18:00; 15 Oct–Nov: 06:30–17:30; Dec: 06:30–17:00.
Regular amulet and goshuin counter hours could not be confirmed. The published 09:00–16:00 hours are for inquiries, not a confirmed counter schedule.
Adult shrine admission: ¥300. The Treasure Hall costs ¥300 separately, or ¥500 for a combined adult ticket. Ferry travel is separate.
Choose your travel date and month in the Miyajima Tourism Association tide calendar linked in Sources. Its reference levels are above 250 cm for the shrine to appear surrounded by water and below 100 cm for approaching the great torii on foot. These are Hiroshima Port predictions; timing can differ at Miyajima, so follow local conditions and restrictions. The shrine closes 30 minutes earlier from 15 October. Wear footwear suitable for gaps between the corridor boards.
Ichikishimahime-no-mikoto · Tagorihime-no-mikoto · Tagitsuhime-no-mikoto
Shrine tradition places its founding in 593. Taira no Kiyomori rebuilt it in the shinden-zukuri style in 1168.
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- Cedar-lined lower-shrine approach
- Torii framing the mountain-side setting
- Historic buildings, subject to repair restrictions
Time scope
Accessible lower-shrine approach and ordinary worship during repairs; excludes summit climbing, bus travel, restricted buildings, prayers and queues.
Fee details
An ordinary-worship admission fee was not confirmed in the consulted official pages. Formal prayer offerings are separate; do not infer a free-admission policy from their fee table.
- Cedar-lined lower-shrine approach
- Torii framing the mountain-side setting
- Historic buildings, subject to repair restrictions
27 Terasawa, Hyakuzawa, Hirosaki, Aomori
Hirosaki tourism directs visitors from Hirosaki Station bus stand 6 to Iwakiyama Jinja-mae on Konan Bus’s Iwaki routes via Takaoka. Check the current timetable and return service; no fixed journey time is confirmed here.
Representative lower-shrine approach point checked on the GSI map, not the mountain summit or a certified entrance.
30–50 min
Accessible lower-shrine approach and ordinary worship during repairs; excludes summit climbing, bus travel, restricted buildings, prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official duration. Repair restrictions, snow and walking pace may change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe current official access page says ordinary worship is possible at any time. During repairs, worship at the temporary place before the tower gate; do not enter restricted work areas. Daylight is preferable for seeing the approach.
Official access guidance lists amulet service 09:00–17:00 April–October and 09:00–16:00 November–March. The September 14 repair notice lists prayer reception 09:00–16:00 at the temporary office venue; seasonal prayer pages differ, so confirm your date directly.
An ordinary-worship admission fee was not confirmed in the consulted official pages. Formal prayer offerings are separate; do not infer a free-admission policy from their fee table.
As checked October 8, 2026, repairs have begun at the worship hall. Ordinary worship is before the tower gate; the temporary prayer venue is for prayer participants only. The end date is not confirmed. Mountain climbing is a separate activity, not included in this visit.
Utsushikunitama no Kami · Tatsuhihime no Kami · Uganome no Kami · Oyamazumi no Kami · Sakanoue no Karitamaro no Mikoto
Shrine tradition traces its origins to a sanctuary founded on Mount Iwaki in 780 and the lower shrine’s relocation here in 1091. The mountain remains central to local worship, including the Oyama Sankei pilgrimage tradition.
- The National Treasure sanctuary complex
- Hachiman worship on Mt. Otokoyama
- The wooded summit approach
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main summit precinct; excludes cable travel, the climb from the station, formal prayers, special tours and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-admission pricing was not confirmed. Formal prayers and amulets are separate; check the official site before visiting.
- The National Treasure sanctuary complex
- Hachiman worship on Mt. Otokoyama
- The wooded summit approach
30 Yawata Takabo, Yawata, Kyoto
From Keihan Iwashimizu-hachimangu Station, use the cable railway to Hachimangu-sanjo and walk about 5 minutes. Kyoto Prefecture tourism also gives about 30 minutes up the main approach on foot; check current cable operations.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main summit precinct; excludes cable travel, the climb from the station, formal prayers, special tours and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceSouth main gate 06:00–18:00. New Year and other special arrangements can change this schedule.
Amulets, goshuin and formal-prayer reception 09:00–16:00. Ceremonies and weddings may cause waiting.
Ordinary-admission pricing was not confirmed. Formal prayers and amulets are separate; check the official site before visiting.
The station is below the main shrine. Allow travel up and down separately; ordinary precinct viewing does not mean unrestricted access inside the sanctuary.
Emperor Ojin · Hime Okami (three Munakata kami) · Empress Jingu
The official history places its origin in 859, when Hachiman worship was brought from Usa to Otokoyama. Kyoto Prefecture tourism dates the present sanctuary complex to 1634.
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- The wooden worship hall and main sanctuary enclosure
- Kaguraden’s large sacred straw rope
- The wooded approach
Time scope
Ordinary worship, the main precinct and Kaguraden; excludes travel, museums, shopping on Shinmon-dori, meals, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
Izumo, Shimane
- The wooden worship hall and main sanctuary enclosure
- Kaguraden’s large sacred straw rope
- The wooded approach
195 Kizukihigashi, Taisha-cho, Izumo, Shimane
The official access page gives approximately 25 minutes by Ichibata bus from JR Izumoshi Station. The approach and precinct walk require additional time.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
60–90 min
Ordinary worship, the main precinct and Kaguraden; excludes travel, museums, shopping on Shinmon-dori, meals, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe May 2026 notice gives precinct worship hours of 06:00–19:00; the area behind the main sanctuary closes at 16:30. After 19:00 worship is from outside the enclosure at the bronze torii.
Amulet and goshuin counters: 08:30–16:30. A temporary counter operates 06:30–08:30 and 16:30–19:00, with possible waiting. Formal prayer reception: 08:40–16:00.
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
The local worship custom is two bows, four claps and one bow. The photograph shows the worship hall, not Kaguraden. Use the dated 2026 notice for counter times rather than older general schedules.
Okuninushi no Okami
The shrine’s origins belong to traditions surrounding Okuninushi and cannot be assigned a confirmed foundation year. The present main sanctuary dates to 1744 and underwent major restoration completed in 2013.
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- Arched bridges across the Shinji-ike pond
- Seasonal wisteria and plum blossoms
- Tenjin worship associated with learning
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
Fee details
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
- Arched bridges across the Shinji-ike pond
- Seasonal wisteria and plum blossoms
- Tenjin worship associated with learning
3-6-1 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo
About 15 minutes on foot from either JR Kameido Station north exit or Kinshicho Station north exit (JR/Metro Hanzomon Line).
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official FAQ gives the main-sanctuary gate as 06:00–17:00 and precinct entry as 24 hours. Festival and New Year arrangements differ.
The official FAQ lists amulets at 09:00–18:00 and formal-prayer reception at about 09:00–16:00. Goshuin-specific hours were not separately confirmed.
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
Bridges have steep sections. Allow extra time during flower festivals and confirm current blooming notices. The official FAQ suggests about 20 minutes for a basic precinct circuit; our wider allowance includes short stops.
Tenman Daijin (Sugawara no Michizane) · Ame no Hohi no Mikoto
In 1662 the shrine’s buildings, pond and bridges were established following Dazaifu’s layout, on land supported by the Tokugawa shogunate. It honours Sugawara no Michizane and preserves Tenjin worship in the Kameido neighbourhood.
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- Kamo Wakeikazuchi worship tradition
- Historic shrine buildings
- Northern Kyoto setting
Time scope
Ordinary precinct worship and walking; excludes special worship, formal prayers, bus travel and queues.
Fee details
Special worship is listed at ¥500 per person, subject to special-programme changes. Ordinary-visit admission was not separately confirmed.
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Kita, Kyoto
- Kamo Wakeikazuchi worship tradition
- Historic shrine buildings
- Northern Kyoto setting
339 Kamigamo Motoyama, Kita-ku, Kyoto
City bus 4 from Kyoto Station or Demachiyanagi stops at Kamigamo-jinja-mae, beside the shrine. The official guide gives a 25-minute walk from either Kitaoji or Kitayama Station.
Representative precinct point for the buildings recorded as Gakusho and Nishi Gokusho; not the first torii entrance.
30–60 min
Ordinary precinct worship and walking; excludes special worship, formal prayers, bus travel and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceSecond torii gate: 05:30–17:00. Romon gate: 08:00–16:45. These schedules describe different parts of the precinct.
Amulet counter: 08:00–16:45; prayer reception: 09:00–16:00; special worship: 10:00–16:00. Special worship may pause or change.
Special worship is listed at ¥500 per person, subject to special-programme changes. Ordinary-visit admission was not separately confirmed.
Budget bus travel separately from time in the grounds. Early access through the second torii does not mean the Romon gate or counter is open. Confirm special-worship availability before planning around it.
Kamo Wakeikazuchi no Okami
The shrine’s account links its origin to the kami’s descent on Koyama and records shrine construction in 677. The descent is presented as religious tradition.
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- Vermilion shrine buildings
- Three kami with distinct prayer traditions
- Kanda Matsuri heritage
Time scope
A precinct visit, excluding formal prayers, museums and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission: not confirmed in the official information reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Vermilion shrine buildings
- Three kami with distinct prayer traditions
- Kanda Matsuri heritage
2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
About 5 minutes on foot from JR Ochanomizu's Hijiribashi exit, or 7 minutes from JR Akihabara's Electric Town exit. These official estimates are the station-to-shrine walk, not the time spent visiting.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
20–40 min
A precinct visit, excluding formal prayers, museums and queues.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular grounds opening and closing times could not be confirmed from the official pages reviewed. Check with the shrine before an early or late visit.
Dated hours or seasonal information needs a fresh check. Confirm the latest official notice before visiting. Official site
Amulet counter: 09:00–18:00 through 31 December 2026, according to the current notice. New Year hours differ. Regular goshuin and formal-prayer reception hours remain unconfirmed.
Ordinary-visit admission: not confirmed in the official information reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
The official deity guide associates Onamuchi (also called Okuninushi) with relationships, Sukunahikona with business prosperity, and Taira no Masakado with protection. These are worship traditions, not guaranteed outcomes. Counter hours are not grounds hours; recheck the dated amulet notice for visits after December 2026 and confirm goshuin reception separately.
Onamuchi no Mikoto (Daikoku / Okuninushi) · Sukunahikona no Mikoto (Ebisu) · Taira no Masakado no Mikoto
Shrine tradition dates its founding at Otemachi to 730. It moved to the present site in 1616; the current reinforced-concrete main building was completed in 1934.
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- The spacious outer worship area
- The setting below Mt. Unebi
- The shrine approach from Kashiharajingu-mae
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main open precinct; excludes inner formal worship, museum, extended forest walks, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Nara tourism lists ordinary precinct visits as free. Inner formal worship, the museum, amulets and prayers are separate.
- The spacious outer worship area
- The setting below Mt. Unebi
- The shrine approach from Kashiharajingu-mae
934 Kumecho, Kashihara, Nara
About 10 minutes on foot from the central exit of Kintetsu Kashiharajingu-mae Station, according to the official guide.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
45–75 min
Ordinary worship and the main open precinct; excludes inner formal worship, museum, extended forest walks, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceDecember–January 06:30–17:00; February–March 06:30–17:30; April–May 06:00–18:00; June–July 05:30–18:00; August–September 06:00–18:00; October–November 06:30–17:30. December 31–January 7 and ceremonies may differ.
General and prayer reception 09:00–16:00. The official goshuin page also gives 09:00–16:00.
Nara tourism lists ordinary precinct visits as free. Inner formal worship, the museum, amulets and prayers are separate.
Check the seasonal closing time rather than assuming the same schedule all year. Formal worship inside the enclosure has separate arrangements and fees.
Emperor Jinmu · Empress Himetatara Isuzuhime
Kashihara Jingu was established in 1890. Its worship draws on the account of Emperor Jinmu in the Nihon Shoki; the traditional accession story is distinct from the modern shrine’s foundation.
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- Important Cultural Property gate and shrine buildings
- Wooded path to the inner sanctuary
- Mitarashi pond
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
Fee details
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
- Important Cultural Property gate and shrine buildings
- Wooded path to the inner sanctuary
- Mitarashi pond
2306-1 Kyuchu, Kashima, Ibaraki
The official FAQ gives about 7 minutes on foot from Kashima-Jingu Station. Highway buses from Tokyo take roughly two hours, depending on traffic; confirm the current stop and timetable.
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
45–75 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official FAQ permits precinct worship 24 hours. Use daylight for the wooded paths; staffed facilities do not operate all night.
Amulet counter and formal-prayer reception: 08:30–16:30. The Treasure Museum is listed as closed. Goshuin-specific hours were not separately confirmed.
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
The museum’s National Treasure sword should not be planned as a viewable exhibit while the museum is closed. The lakeside first torii is separate from this precinct walk. Prayer outcomes are not guaranteed.
Takemikazuchi no Okami
The shrine’s origin tradition connects its foundation with Emperor Jimmu; this is a religious tradition rather than a verified ancient date. It later attracted warrior patronage. The present shrine buildings, inner sanctuary and gate received support from the Tokugawa family and are designated Important Cultural Properties.
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- Vermilion shrine buildings
- Stone lanterns along the approach and hanging lanterns by the buildings
- A choice between ordinary worship and paid special worship
Time scope
The main approach and ordinary main-shrine worship; excludes paid special worship, museum, garden, other temples, queues and travel from the station.
Fee details
Ordinary main-shrine worship is free. Special worship is ¥700 according to the official guide. Museums, gardens, offerings and formal prayers are separate.
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Nara City, Nara
- Vermilion shrine buildings
- Stone lanterns along the approach and hanging lanterns by the buildings
- A choice between ordinary worship and paid special worship
160 Kasuganocho, Nara City, Nara
The official guide gives about 25 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Nara. From JR or Kintetsu Nara, take a bus to Kasuga Taisha Honden; a different loop-bus stop, Kasuga Taisha Omotesando, requires a further 10-minute walk.
A sourced representative point inside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance.
45–90 min
The main approach and ordinary main-shrine worship; excludes paid special worship, museum, garden, other temples, queues and travel from the station.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOrdinary main-shrine worship: March–October 06:30–17:30; November–February 07:00–17:00. Special worship: 09:00–16:00, subject to ceremony closures.
Amulets and goshuin: from 09:00 until closing throughout the year. Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–16:00.
Ordinary main-shrine worship is free. Special worship is ¥700 according to the official guide. Museums, gardens, offerings and formal prayers are separate.
Special worship can close for ceremonies; check the official calendar before planning a paid visit. Prayer categories here are supported by the official amulet guide and describe traditions, not guaranteed results.
Takemikazuchi no Mikoto · Futsunushi no Mikoto · Amenokoyane no Mikoto · Himegami
The official history dates the establishment of the four main sanctuaries to 768. They enshrine Takemikazuchi, Futsunushi, Amenokoyane and Himegami, whose worship forms the centre of the shrine’s traditions.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Main sanctuary and romon gate built in 1700
- Wooded approach
- Kanameishi, a sacred stone linked with local legend
Time scope
Main precinct, ordinary worship and a short walk to Kanameishi. Excludes the treasure museum, local transport and queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
- Main sanctuary and romon gate built in 1700
- Wooded approach
- Kanameishi, a sacred stone linked with local legend
1697-1 Katori, Katori, Chiba
The official Chiba tourism guide gives about 30 minutes on foot from JR Katori Station, or about 10 minutes by taxi from JR Sawara Station. Check current bus services if using public transport from Sawara.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Main precinct, ordinary worship and a short walk to Kanameishi. Excludes the treasure museum, local transport and queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA general gate-opening timetable was not confirmed in the checked official sources. Plan a daylight visit; counter hours below are not a guarantee of precinct access.
Amulets and goshuin: 08:30–17:00. Formal prayers: 08:30–16:30. Treasure museum reception: 09:00–16:00, according to the official site.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
The Kanameishi stone belongs to a religious tradition, not evidence of protection from earthquakes. The National Treasure mirror in the museum is an object designation; the main sanctuary and gate are Important Cultural Properties.
Futsunushi no Okami
Katori enshrines Futsunushi no Okami, a kami associated with the pacification of the land in Japanese mythology. Its present main sanctuary and romon gate were built under Tokugawa patronage in 1700 and are designated Important Cultural Properties.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- Hand-mirror-shaped ema associated with beauty prayers
- The subsidiary-shrine precinct within Shimogamo
Time scope
Kawai Shrine worship and a short look at the mirror-ema tradition. Excludes travel from the station, ema preparation or offering queues, Shimogamo’s main shrine, extended forest walks and special paid visits.
Fee details
Kyoto’s official tourism listing tags the shrine as free to visit. Ema, amulets and separate special-visit areas are not included; check the current offering amounts on site.
- Hand-mirror-shaped ema associated with beauty prayers
- The subsidiary-shrine precinct within Shimogamo
59 Shimogamo Izumigawa-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
Kyoto’s official tourism guide lists about 7 minutes on foot from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station, or about 4 minutes from the Shinaoibashi city-bus stop. This is the Kawai Shrine visit, not the longer walk to Shimogamo’s main sanctuary.
Representative Kawai Shrine precinct location; not a verified step-free entrance.
20–40 min
Kawai Shrine worship and a short look at the mirror-ema tradition. Excludes travel from the station, ema preparation or offering queues, Shimogamo’s main shrine, extended forest walks and special paid visits.
A trip-planning estimate, not an official duration. Shared walking routes mean this time should not simply be added to a Shimogamo visit.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer source06:30–16:30 according to Shimogamo Shrine’s official guide; ceremonies can change the schedule. Shimogamo’s romon area closes at 17:00, so its hours should not be applied to Kawai Shrine.
Separate regular hours for mirror ema, amulets and goshuin were not confirmed. The main shrine’s formal-prayer reception schedule is not a confirmed Kawai counter schedule.
Kyoto’s official tourism listing tags the shrine as free to visit. Ema, amulets and separate special-visit areas are not included; check the current offering amounts on site.
The beauty-prayer tradition belongs to Kawai Shrine and is not a claim about Shimogamo’s main sanctuary. The official account presents the mirror ema as a wish to cultivate inner as well as outer beauty; it is a religious custom, not a promised result. Kawai’s kami is recorded using its own official account, rather than copied from the parent shrine. Check counter availability before planning to make an ema.
Tamayorihime no Mikoto (identified here in shrine tradition as Emperor Jimmu’s mother)
Shimogamo’s official account describes Kawai Shrine as a longstanding sessha, a subsidiary shrine with a recognised relationship to the main shrine. It also connects Kawai with writer Kamo no Chomei, who was the son of a priest here. An exact founding date was not confirmed from the official information reviewed.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Historic great torii
- Traditions of longevity prayers
- A precinct accessible from Tsuruga Station
Time scope
Ordinary worship from the great torii to the main buildings; excludes transport, city sightseeing, counter queues and formal prayers.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Tsuruga, Fukui
- Historic great torii
- Traditions of longevity prayers
- A precinct accessible from Tsuruga Station
11-68 Akebonocho, Tsuruga, Fukui
The official guide gives about 15 minutes on foot from JR Tsuruga Station or roughly five minutes by bus to Kehi Jingu-mae. Check waiting times and services separately.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship from the great torii to the main buildings; excludes transport, city sightseeing, counter queues and formal prayers.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGates: 05:00–17:00 April–September and 06:00–17:00 October–March. Check official notices for New Year or event exceptions.
The official guide lists amulets and goshuin 08:45–16:45, and formal prayers 09:00–16:00.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The great torii’s current designation is Important Cultural Property. Historical references to it as a National Treasure should not be confused with the present designation.
Izasawake no Mikoto, with six other kami
The shrine enshrines seven kami, headed by Izasawake no Mikoto. Its great torii dates to 1645 and is an Important Cultural Property. It survived the 1945 wartime destruction, while shrine buildings were subsequently rebuilt.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- Historic worship hall and shrine gate
- Subsidiary shrines in the precinct
- The edge of the protected sacred forest, viewed from permitted areas
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the publicly accessible shrine precinct; excludes Hakui transport, forest entry, formal prayers, festivals and queues.
Fee details
Ishikawa tourism lists ordinary admission as free. Formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate.
- Historic worship hall and shrine gate
- Subsidiary shrines in the precinct
- The edge of the protected sacred forest, viewed from permitted areas
Ku 1-1 Jike-machi, Hakui, Ishikawa
Ishikawa tourism lists a Hokutetsu bus from Hakui Station to Ichinomiya, followed by about 5 minutes on foot. Check current services and your return bus. Long-distance rail examples on the shrine site include older routes; use current railway timetables.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and the publicly accessible shrine precinct; excludes Hakui transport, forest entry, formal prayers, festivals and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA current ordinary gate timetable could not be confirmed. A snow-related notice gives temporary hours, which are not used here as the year-round schedule. Confirm before an early or late visit.
Prayer reception: 08:30–16:00, subject to festivals. Ordinary amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed from the reviewed official pages.
Ishikawa tourism lists ordinary admission as free. Formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate.
Onamuchi is the main shrine deity; Kukurihime is worshipped in the subsidiary Hakusan Shrine. Do not enter Irazu no Mori. This page covers Keta Taisha in Hakui, Ishikawa, not the similarly named Keta Shrine in Takaoka, Toyama.
Onamuchi no Mikoto (Okuninushi; main shrine) · Kukurihime no Kami (Hakusan subsidiary shrine)
The official history cites Otomo no Yakamochi’s visit in 748, recorded in the Manyoshu poetry collection. Worship continued under imperial and later Maeda patronage. The protected forest called Irazu no Mori preserves the shrine’s sacred setting; its interior is normally closed to visitors.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- National Treasure halls with a distinctive twin roof
- The long covered corridor
- The precinct’s Momotaro-related traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main covered corridor; excludes travel, formal prayers, the Narukama ritual, hiking and queues.
Fee details
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
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Kita Ward, Okayama
- National Treasure halls with a distinctive twin roof
- The long covered corridor
- The precinct’s Momotaro-related traditions
931 Kibitsu, Kita-ku, Okayama
About 10 minutes on foot from JR Kibitsu Station. Allow additional time for the steps and covered corridor.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main covered corridor; excludes travel, formal prayers, the Narukama ritual, hiking and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official FAQ lists gate hours of 05:00–18:00.
The homepage lists amulet and goshuin reception at approximately 09:00–16:00, and prayer reception at approximately 09:00–14:30. Formal prayers use web reservations; the prayer page asks for booking at least three days ahead and arrival 30 minutes before the reserved time.
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
The July 2026 announcement makes formal prayers reservation-only; this does not mean ordinary worship requires a booking. Check the Narukama ritual separately rather than assuming it is included in a casual visit.
Okibitsuhiko no Mikoto
The main and worship halls were rebuilt in 1425 and are National Treasures. The shrine tells traditions about Okibitsuhiko and the ogre Ura associated with Momotaro; these are legends rather than a confirmed account of historical events.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- The stone torii and pond-side approach
- The main sanctuary dating to 1697
- Shrine halls arranged in a line
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes station travel, formal prayers, walks to Kibitsu Shrine, climbing Kibi no Nakayama and queues.
Fee details
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
- The stone torii and pond-side approach
- The main sanctuary dating to 1697
- Shrine halls arranged in a line
1043 Ichinomiya, Kita-ku, Okayama
The official access page gives about 3 minutes on foot from JR Bizen-Ichinomiya Station to the front torii. The nearest station is not Kibitsu Station.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes station travel, formal prayers, walks to Kibitsu Shrine, climbing Kibi no Nakayama and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGate hours: 06:00–18:00. New Year schedules may differ.
Amulets and goshuin: 08:30–17:00. Formal prayers: 09:00–16:00.
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
Similar names do not make Kibitsu and Kibitsuhiko the same destination. If visiting both, plan the journey between them separately.
Okibitsuhiko no Mikoto
The shrine preserves traditions about Okibitsuhiko; these do not establish a precise foundation year. The current main sanctuary was built in 1697 under the Okayama domain lord Ikeda Tsunamasa.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Lantern-lined main-shrine stairs
- Yui no Yashiro and its relationship tradition
- The forest setting around the rear shrine
Time scope
Ordinary worship at the main, Yui and rear shrines, including walking between them; excludes travel to Kibune, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
The official site lists free shrine visits. Bus travel, fortunes, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Lantern-lined main-shrine stairs
- Yui no Yashiro and its relationship tradition
- The forest setting around the rear shrine
180 Kurama Kibunecho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
From Eizan Railway Kibuneguchi Station, Kyoto tourism gives about 30 minutes on foot, or a bus to Kibune followed by about 5 minutes walking. Check current bus operations before travelling.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
60–90 min
Ordinary worship at the main, Yui and rear shrines, including walking between them; excludes travel to Kibune, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceMain shrine: May–November 06:00–20:00; December–April 06:00–18:00. Illumination and New Year arrangements may differ. These are main-shrine gate hours, not a confirmed schedule for all three sites.
The official visiting page lists amulets and shrine seals 09:00–17:00, with possible illumination extensions. Check current notices for changes.
The official site lists free shrine visits. Bus travel, fortunes, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Expect stone steps and walking between separate sites. The main shrine’s hours do not guarantee access to every site late in the day. Relationship prayers are a tradition, not a promised outcome.
Takaokami no Kami (main and rear shrines) · Iwanagahime no Mikoto (Yui no Yashiro)
The exact founding date is unknown. The shrine records an early reconstruction and says the main shrine moved to its present location in 1055 after flooding. Relationship worship is associated with Yui no Yashiro.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- National Treasure halls dating to 1715
- Decorated vermilion shrine architecture
- The wooded precinct and approach
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main wooded precinct; excludes station transport, special interior tours, mountain hikes, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is listed as free. Museums, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
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Kirishima, Kagoshima
- National Treasure halls dating to 1715
- Decorated vermilion shrine architecture
- The wooded precinct and approach
2608-5 Taguchi, Kirishima, Kirishima City, Kagoshima
Kagoshima tourism lists about 15 minutes by bus from JR Kirishima-Jingu Station. The station is not beside the shrine; allow additional time from the bus stop through the approach.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main wooded precinct; excludes station transport, special interior tours, mountain hikes, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official access page lists precinct worship as unrestricted. Staffed-counter and formal prayer times are separate.
Official staffed-counter hours: 08:00–17:00. Formal prayer reception: 09:00–16:30.
Ordinary worship is listed as free. Museums, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
Use the official 17:00 counter closing time rather than a later tourism listing. Takachiho-no-mine and the former shrine site at Takachiho-gawara are separate destinations. Do not assume special interior access is included in ordinary worship.
Ninigi no Mikoto · Konohanasakuyahime no Mikoto · Hikohohodemi no Mikoto · Toyotamahime no Mikoto · Ugaya Fukiaezu no Mikoto · Tamayorihime no Mikoto · Kamuyamato Iwarehiko no Mikoto (Emperor Jimmu)
Traditions connect the shrine with Ninigi’s descent from heaven. The shrine moved following eruptions and fires; the present halls were built in 1715 by Shimazu Yoshitaka. The main, offering and worship halls were designated National Treasures in 2022.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- World Heritage component of the Fujisan cultural site
- Cedar-lined path and large wooden torii
- Important Cultural Property sanctuaries
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi
- World Heritage component of the Fujisan cultural site
- Cedar-lined path and large wooden torii
- Important Cultural Property sanctuaries
5558 Kamiyoshida, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi
From Fujisan Station, take a bus to Sengen-jinja-mae; the official tourism guide gives about 1 minute on foot from the stop. Check current bus services and the return journey.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceFujiyoshida's official tourism listing gives 08:30–17:00. Precinct access outside this listed service period was not separately confirmed; visit the wooded paths in daylight.
The tourism guide lists 08:30–17:00, but individual amulet, goshuin and prayer cut-off times were not separately confirmed in the shrine's checked pages.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
The visit estimate does not include the Yoshida climbing trail. This shrine is not Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine and does not offer the same pagoda-and-Fuji viewpoint. Its official FAQ explains that it has no summit Okumiya.
Konohanasakuya-hime no Mikoto · Hikohononinigi no Mikoto · Oyamatsumi no Kami
Shrine tradition associates its beginnings with Yamato Takeru's worship of Mount Fuji; this is not a verified ancient foundation date. Fuji pilgrimage groups supported its later development, including major eighteenth-century rebuilding. Its main and two older sanctuaries are Important Cultural Properties.
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- National Treasure shrine buildings
- Seasonal plum and maple gardens
- Learning and exam prayers
Time scope
Shrine buildings and grounds; seasonal gardens and museum visits need additional time.
Fee details
The shrine grounds are free. Gardens and museum exhibitions have separate, event-dependent fees; check the current programme rather than assuming year-round admission.
Kamigyo, Kyoto
- National Treasure shrine buildings
- Seasonal plum and maple gardens
- Learning and exam prayers
Bakuro-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto
About 5 minutes on foot from Kitano-Hakubaicho Station; city buses stop at Kitano Tenmangu-mae.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
30–60 min
Shrine buildings and grounds; seasonal gardens and museum visits need additional time.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceAs listed on 7 October 2026: 07:00–17:00; Sanko-mon closes at 16:30. New Year and illumination events may have different hours.
Dated hours or seasonal information needs a fresh check. Confirm the latest official notice before visiting. Official site
Office/amulets 09:00–16:30; prayer reception 09:00–16:00.
The shrine grounds are free. Gardens and museum exhibitions have separate, event-dependent fees; check the current programme rather than assuming year-round admission.
The main courtyard closes with Sanko-mon, 30 minutes before the grounds. The 2026 autumn maple garden is a separate visit: 31 October–6 December, 09:00–16:00 (last admission 15:40); illumination runs 13 November–6 December, from dusk to 20:00 (last admission 19:40). Adult admission is ¥1,500. Check the dated official announcement; museum openings need a separate check.
Sugawara no Michizane (Tenjin)
Founded in 947. The main shrine buildings dating to 1607 are designated a National Treasure.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- The 785-step approach to the main shrine
- Historic buildings along the ascent
- Views across the Sanuki Plain
Time scope
From step 1 to the main shrine at step 785, ordinary worship and return downhill; excludes station travel, the inner shrine at step 1,368, museums, meals, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is free according to Kagawa tourism. Museums, formal prayers, offerings and town parking are separate.
- The 785-step approach to the main shrine
- Historic buildings along the ascent
- Views across the Sanuki Plain
892-1 Kotohira, Nakatado District, Kagawa
Kagawa tourism lists about 20 minutes from JR Kotohira Station or 15 minutes from Kotoden Kotohira Station to the foot of the steps. The shrine then advises about one hour uphill from step 1 to the main shrine at step 785.
Representative point in the main precinct or approach, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance.
100–150 min
From step 1 to the main shrine at step 785, ordinary worship and return downhill; excludes station travel, the inner shrine at step 1,368, museums, meals, formal prayers and queues.
A round-trip planning allowance, not an official total duration. The shrine gives about one hour for the uphill section alone; pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOfficial ordinary hours: Daimon entrance gate 06:00–18:00; main shrine doors 07:00–17:00. These are different locations up the steps. Weather or local restrictions can close paths.
Main shrine amulet counter: 08:30–17:00. Prayer services: 09:00–17:00, with reception ending at 16:30. The inner shrine and museums have separate schedules.
Ordinary worship is free according to Kagawa tourism. Museums, formal prayers, offerings and town parking are separate.
The inner shrine is farther uphill at step 1,368 and is outside this visit estimate. Leave time to return before gate closure. Museum opening days changed in April 2026: check the official calendar. The shrine warns that car navigation to its name can lead onto roads closed to ordinary vehicles; use the official access instructions.
Omononushi no Kami · Emperor Sutoku
Kotohira-gu’s founding is described through shrine tradition rather than a fixed historical date. Its account records Emperor Sutoku’s enshrinement in 1165. Known earlier as Konpira Daigongen, it became Kotohira-gu in 1868 after the separation of Shinto and Buddhism. Maritime worship helped its pilgrimage tradition spread.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Vermilion shrine buildings
- Sacred nagi tree
- Shinpo-kan treasure museum, with additional visit time
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a main-precinct walk. Excludes the treasure museum, Kamikura Shrine, travel and queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
- Vermilion shrine buildings
- Sacred nagi tree
- Shinpo-kan treasure museum, with additional visit time
1 Shingu, Shingu, Wakayama
About 15 minutes on foot or 5 minutes by taxi from JR Shingu Station, according to the shrine's official access guide.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and a main-precinct walk. Excludes the treasure museum, Kamikura Shrine, travel and queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceWorship: 06:00–17:00 in the official guide. Ceremonies may change access.
Amulet counter: 08:00–17:00. The Shinpo-kan treasure museum is listed separately as 09:00–16:00; check any temporary closures.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
Kamikura Shrine is a separate destination with a steep stone-step approach; it is not included in this visit allowance. National Treasure objects in the museum do not mean that the shrine buildings themselves are National Treasures.
Kumano Hayatama no Okami (Izanagi no Mikoto) · Kumano Fusumi no Okami (Izanami no Mikoto)
Its traditions connect the Kumano kami with Gotobiki Rock at Kamikura Shrine. The later worship site gave Shingu, meaning 'new shrine', its name. Hayatama is now a component of the World Heritage property Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- Cypress-bark-roofed wooden sanctuaries
- 158-step approach through trees
- Yatagarasu, the three-legged crow of Kumano tradition
Time scope
The present main shrine and stair approach only. Add time for Oyunohara, exhibitions or any Kumano Kodo walk; transport and queues are excluded.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
Hongu, Tanabe
- Cypress-bark-roofed wooden sanctuaries
- 158-step approach through trees
- Yatagarasu, the three-legged crow of Kumano tradition
Hongu, Hongu-cho, Tanabe, Wakayama
Take a bus from JR Shingu or Kii-Tanabe Station to Hongu Taisha-mae, then walk to the shrine approach. The prefectural guide gives about 6 minutes from the stop. Check the current timetable and return service; this is not a short transfer from the railway.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
The present main shrine and stair approach only. Add time for Oyunohara, exhibitions or any Kumano Kodo walk; transport and queues are excluded.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceWorship hours: 08:00–17:00 in the official and prefectural guides. Follow any special arrangements during ceremonies.
A separate closing time for amulets and goshuin was not confirmed. The official notice effective 1 December 2025 lists formal prayers every 30 minutes from 08:30 to 11:30 and 13:00 to 16:00. These are prayer start times, not reception deadlines; check how early to arrive.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
The main approach has 158 steps. Oyunohara's giant torii stands at the former shrine site, about 500 metres from the Hongu Taisha-mae bus-stop area, not beside the present halls. Kumano Kodo walking requires its own route and weather checks.
Ketsumimiko no Okami (associated with Susanoo no Mikoto)
The shrine formerly stood at Oyunohara by the Kumano River. Flooding in 1889 destroyed much of that complex; the surviving upper sanctuaries were relocated to the present site in 1891. Its wooden halls are designated Important Cultural Properties.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- Vermilion halls in a mountain setting
- Yatagarasu, the three-legged crow associated with guidance
- The large camphor tree in the precinct
Time scope
Walking from Nachisan bus stop to the main shrine, worship and the return walk. Excludes the bus ride, Daimonzaka pilgrimage walk, formal prayers, paid facilities, Seigantoji and Nachi Falls.
Fee details
Ordinary shrine worship is free. The Treasure Hall, entering the hollow camphor tree, formal prayers and paid facilities at Nachi Falls are separate. Parking and the approach road may also incur charges.
- Vermilion halls in a mountain setting
- Yatagarasu, the three-legged crow associated with guidance
- The large camphor tree in the precinct
1 Nachisan, Nachikatsuura, Higashimuro-gun, Wakayama
From JR Kii-Katsuura Station, take a Kumano Gobo Nankai bus to Nachisan, about 30 minutes according to the official guide, then walk uphill to the shrine. The usual approach has stone steps. The official FAQ describes a parking-and-lift route for wheelchair users at the main shrine; confirm arrangements before travel.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
45–75 min
Walking from Nachisan bus stop to the main shrine, worship and the return walk. Excludes the bus ride, Daimonzaka pilgrimage walk, formal prayers, paid facilities, Seigantoji and Nachi Falls.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, queues and available routes vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourcePlan a daylight visit. The official FAQ asks visitors to avoid worship after sunset and does not give a fixed gate schedule. Counter hours below are not a promise of access to every building.
The official FAQ gives office hours of approximately 08:00–16:30. Formal prayer reception is 09:00–11:00 and 12:30–15:00, generally at 30-minute intervals; ceremonies can change the schedule. Allow time before closing for amulets and goshuin.
Ordinary shrine worship is free. The Treasure Hall, entering the hollow camphor tree, formal prayers and paid facilities at Nachi Falls are separate. Parking and the approach road may also incur charges.
The shrine enshrines 13 kami; the deity list here names its principal kami. The usual walking approach has many steps. Nachi Falls is below the main shrine: the official FAQ gives about 15–20 minutes on the stepped route between the falls and shrine. The waterfall shrine is not wheelchair accessible according to that FAQ. The familiar three-storey pagoda belongs to Seigantoji, a Buddhist temple, not this shrine. Blessing labels describe traditional prayers and do not promise results.
Kumano Fusumi Okami (Izanami no Mikoto; principal kami)
The shrine’s tradition traces worship to Nachi Falls and describes a move to the hillside precinct around 1,700 years ago. This is a traditional account, rather than a securely dated founding event. As one of the Kumano Sanzan, it is part of the UNESCO-listed Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range. Its neighbouring Seigantoji temple reflects the area’s history of combined Shinto and Buddhist worship.
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- The subsidiary Geino Shrine
- Red dedication plaques bearing performers’ names
- A shrine beside the Randen railway
Time scope
Ordinary worship, Geino Shrine and the main dedication plaques; excludes formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Kyoto tourism lists free worship. Amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- The subsidiary Geino Shrine
- Red dedication plaques bearing performers’ names
- A shrine beside the Randen railway
23 Saga Asahicho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
Randen Kurumazaki-jinja Station and Kurumazaki-jinja-mae bus stop are about 1 minute away, according to Kyoto tourism.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
25–45 min
Ordinary worship, Geino Shrine and the main dedication plaques; excludes formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA separate gate opening and closing schedule was not confirmed. Plan a staffed daytime visit within 09:30–17:00 rather than assuming night access.
Kyoto Prefecture tourism lists the shrine office at 09:30–17:00. A separate goshuin last-reception time was not confirmed.
Kyoto tourism lists free worship. Amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Dedication plaques express support and faith, not a scheduled opportunity to meet performers. Prayer associations do not promise career, exam or relationship results.
Kiyohara no Yorinari
The official account connects the shrine’s origin with a memorial to the scholar Kiyohara no Yorinari, who died in 1189. Its name is explained through a traditional story of an imperial carriage breaking nearby.
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- Decorative Yamakasa float, except during replacement
- Gate's zodiac direction disc and shrine carvings
- Sacred ginkgo and Hakata-bei wall
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
- Decorative Yamakasa float, except during replacement
- Gate's zodiac direction disc and shrine carvings
- Sacred ginkgo and Hakata-bei wall
1-41 Kamikawabatamachi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka
About 2 minutes on foot from Kushida Jinja-mae Station on Fukuoka's Nanakuma subway line, according to the city's tourism guide.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceMain shrine worship: 04:00–22:00 in Fukuoka City's tourism interview and official barrier-free guide. Festivals may affect access.
Amulet counter and shrine office: 09:00–17:00 according to Fukuoka City's barrier-free guide. Check any special festival arrangements.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and any paid exhibitions are separate.
Yamakasa floats are normally displayed outside the festival period but are replaced in June. UNESCO intangible heritage applies to the festival tradition, not World Heritage status for the shrine grounds. Do not drink the sacred well water; follow on-site signs.
Ohatanushi no Mikoto · Amaterasu Omikami · Susanoo no Mikoto
Its foundation tradition dates to 757, with later reconstruction associated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi's rebuilding of Hakata. As the area's guardian shrine, it remains closely connected with Hakata Gion Yamakasa, a festival included in UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage listing.
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- Brewing traditions associated with sake and other fermented products
- Shofuen gardens by Mirei Shigemori, with separate admission
- A shrine stop near Hankyu Matsunoo-taisha Station
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes paid gardens, statue hall, mountain paths, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Ordinary precinct admission was not confirmed in the reviewed pages. Official combined garden and statue-hall admission: adults ¥500, students ¥400, children ¥300. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
- Brewing traditions associated with sake and other fermented products
- Shofuen gardens by Mirei Shigemori, with separate admission
- A shrine stop near Hankyu Matsunoo-taisha Station
3 Arashiyama Miyamachi, Nishikyo-ku, Kyoto
Kyoto City tourism gives about 3 minutes on foot from Hankyu Matsunoo-taisha Station or the Matsunoo Taisha-mae bus stop.
A sourced representative point inside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes paid gardens, statue hall, mountain paths, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceKyoto City tourism lists precinct visits 05:00–18:00. The official garden schedule is 09:00–16:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and 09:00–16:30 on Sundays and holidays; these are separate schedules.
Official car-purification reception: 09:00–16:00, except the New Year schedule; ceremonies may interrupt reception. General amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed.
Ordinary precinct admission was not confirmed in the reviewed pages. Official combined garden and statue-hall admission: adults ¥500, students ¥400, children ¥300. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
Prayers for business, longevity and road safety are traditions described by the shrine, not promises of results. Add time and check the separate opening hours if visiting the gardens.
Oyamakui no Kami · Ichikishimahime no Mikoto
The official history dates the shrine buildings at the foot of Mount Matsuo to 701, following earlier worship at a sacred rock on the mountain. Shofuen, the gardens designed by Mirei Shigemori, was completed in 1975.
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- Wooded approach
- Shrine buildings
- Poetry-based omikuji introduced by the shrine
Time scope
Main shrine and wooded approach; not the museum or Inner Garden.
Fee details
Shrine admission is free. The Inner Garden requires a ¥500 maintenance contribution; the museum costs ¥1,000 for adults. These are separate from the shrine visit.
- Wooded approach
- Shrine buildings
- Poetry-based omikuji introduced by the shrine
1-1 Yoyogi Kamizono-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
The south entrance serves Harajuku and Meiji-jingumae (Harajuku) stations. Allow about 10 more minutes from the entrance to the main shrine buildings; this is not the station-to-shrine walking time.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
45–90 min
Main shrine and wooded approach; not the museum or Inner Garden.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOpening and closing times change by month. October: 05:40–16:40. For another month or a special-event visit, check the official opening-times table.
Dated hours or seasonal information needs a fresh check. Confirm the latest official notice before visiting. Official site
Goshuin (a shrine visit stamp): 09:00 until closing, normally at Nagadono in front of Kaguraden; the location can change. Prayer reception: 09:00–16:20, with possible shorter hours in November and December. Separate regular amulet-counter hours remain unconfirmed.
Shrine admission is free. The Inner Garden requires a ¥500 maintenance contribution; the museum costs ¥1,000 for adults. These are separate from the shrine visit.
Closing time changes through the year. Allow time for the walk within the grounds.
Emperor Meiji · Empress Shoken
Established in 1920 to commemorate Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken.
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- Main worship hall rebuilt in 1952
- Main gate and paved central approach
- Places associated with Kusunoki Masashige
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes the treasure museum, formal prayers, transport and queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
- Main worship hall rebuilt in 1952
- Main gate and paved central approach
- Places associated with Kusunoki Masashige
3-1-1 Tamondori, Chuo, Kobe, Hyogo
About 3 minutes on foot from JR Kobe Station; the east exit of Kosoku Kobe Station leads close to the shrine. Okurayama subway station is about 5 minutes away.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes the treasure museum, formal prayers, transport and queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourcePrecinct opening: sunrise to sunset, according to the official grounds guide.
Amulet counter and formal prayers: 09:00–17:00. Check on the day for any separate goshuin reception cutoff.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The painted ceiling inside the worship hall is associated with formal-prayer admission, not guaranteed access on an ordinary visit. The official guide describes ramps on the central approach, but does not certify every route as step-free.
Kusunoki Masashige
Founded in 1872 to enshrine Kusunoki Masashige, the shrine includes places associated with his death and burial. The current main buildings were rebuilt in reinforced concrete in 1952 after wartime destruction.
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- Carved wooden shrine halls
- The sacred osmanthus tree
- Precinct sites associated with Minamoto no Yoritomo
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk around the main precinct; excludes station approaches, treasure museum, meals, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
City tourism lists ordinary worship as free. Museum admission, formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate.
- Carved wooden shrine halls
- The sacred osmanthus tree
- Precinct sites associated with Minamoto no Yoritomo
2-1-5 Omiya-cho, Mishima, Shizuoka
The shrine lists about 15 minutes on foot from JR Mishima Station, or 7 minutes from Mishima-Tamachi Station on the Izuhakone Railway. Allow additional time for the precinct walk.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk around the main precinct; excludes station approaches, treasure museum, meals, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA complete ordinary gate timetable was not found in the official pages reviewed. City tourism lists year-round worship, but museum hours are separate; confirm before an early or late visit.
Prayer reception: approximately 08:30–16:00 at the Kyakuden reception desk. New Year hours may differ. Ordinary amulet and goshuin counter hours could not be confirmed from the reviewed official pages.
City tourism lists ordinary worship as free. Museum admission, formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate.
The treasure museum’s display of the plum-design cosmetic box is a replica according to city tourism; do not assume the original National Treasure is always displayed. Parking fees and museum admission are separate from free ordinary worship.
Oyamatsumi no Mikoto · Tsumihayae Kotoshironushi no Kami
Its exact foundation date is unknown. The shrine developed with beliefs connected to the Izu islands and sea routes, and Minamoto no Yoritomo worshipped here in the late Heian period. The present main shrine complex was completed in 1866; the main, connecting and worship halls became national Important Cultural Properties in 2000.
- Three-part torii and wolf guardian tradition
- Decorated shrine buildings
- Mountain setting above Chichibu
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
Fee details
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
- Three-part torii and wolf guardian tradition
- Decorated shrine buildings
- Mountain setting above Chichibu
298-1 Mitsumine, Chichibu, Saitama
The official access guide gives roughly 80–90 minutes by bus from Seibu-Chichibu Station. Check the bus operator’s current timetable and your return journey. Drivers use the Chichibu municipal Mitsumine car park.
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
45–75 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGeneral precinct opening and closing times were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official pages. Plan a daylight visit and distinguish this from counter hours.
Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–16:00. The standing official service notice gives amulet counter hours as 09:00–17:00; special periods may differ. Goshuin-specific hours were not separately confirmed.
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
This estimate excludes hiking to the Oku-no-miya. Mountain weather and road conditions can affect access; leave room for your return bus. Follow on-site photography and worship directions.
Izanagi no Mikoto · Izanami no Mikoto
Shrine tradition says Yamato Takeru established worship of Izanagi and Izanami here, with a wolf guiding him. The site developed alongside mountain ascetic practice; wolf-related guardian worship spread widely in the Edo period. These founding stories are presented as tradition.
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- Large shimenawa sacred rope
- View down the approach toward the sea
- Seasonal sunset alignment called the Path of Light
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the front-step viewpoint; excludes the eight inner shrines, museum-village grounds, transport and sunset queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
- Large shimenawa sacred rope
- View down the approach toward the sea
- Seasonal sunset alignment called the Path of Light
7-1 Miyajimotomachi, Fukutsu, Fukuoka
From JR Fukuma Station, take a bus to Miyajidake Jinja-mae or a taxi (about 5 minutes by the official guide). The shrine gives about 25 minutes on foot, roughly 2 km. Check current bus times and allow for the front steps.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the front-step viewpoint; excludes the eight inner shrines, museum-village grounds, transport and sunset queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official prayer guide gives main-sanctuary doors as open from sunrise to sunset. A separate general precinct timetable was not confirmed; this is not a promise of 24-hour access.
Official prayer guide: formal prayers 09:00–17:00; amulet counter 09:00–18:00. The prefectural tourism listing gives 07:00–19:00 for the counter, so confirm directly if arriving early or late. A separate goshuin cutoff is unconfirmed.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The Path of Light is associated with February and October, but visibility is not guaranteed. Sunset-viewing periods may use tickets or special crowd arrangements: check the latest official notice. The stepped viewpoint is not a confirmed step-free route.
Okinagatarashihime no Mikoto (Empress Jingu) · Katsumura no Okami · Katsuyori no Okami
Shrine tradition connects this hillside with Empress Jingu praying before a sea voyage. She is enshrined with Katsumura and Katsuyori; prayers for good fortune and business prosperity remain part of the shrine's religious life.
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- Wooden halls designed by Ito Chuta
- The tree-lined approach
- Traditions connected with Emperor Jimmu
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk through the main wooded precinct; excludes travel, nearby museums, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is listed as free. Museums, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
- Wooden halls designed by Ito Chuta
- The tree-lined approach
- Traditions connected with Emperor Jimmu
2-4-1 Jingu, Miyazaki
Miyazaki tourism lists about 10 minutes on foot from JR Miyazaki-Jingu Station. The nearby museums are separate stops.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk through the main wooded precinct; excludes travel, nearby museums, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe current official page lists the gate at 05:30–17:30 and worship hall at 06:00–17:30 year-round. These take priority over older seasonal tourism timetables.
Amulet counter: 08:00–17:00. Formal prayers: 09:00–16:30. Individual prayers normally need no reservation; groups should book. Goshuin-specific hours were not confirmed.
Ordinary worship is listed as free. Museums, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate.
The official website is miyazakijingu.or.jp. The listed deity is the principal kami; this is not an exhaustive list of every enshrined deity. Seasonal events may change normal reception arrangements.
Emperor Jimmu
The shrine honours Emperor Jimmu, whose story belongs to Japan’s traditional accounts of its origins. The foundation tradition does not establish a verified construction date. The present buildings were completed in 1907 to a design by architect Ito Chuta.
- The vermilion worship hall
- Paulownia-flower carvings
- Paired wooden dove figures
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short main-precinct visit; excludes bus travel, festival viewing, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
A general admission charge was not confirmed in the cited official information. Amulets and formal prayers are separate; free admission is not treated as verified here.
- The vermilion worship hall
- Paulownia-flower carvings
- Paired wooden dove figures
13-1 Hachiman-cho, Morioka, Iwate
Tohoku tourism gives about 15 minutes by bus from JR Morioka Station. Check the current bus route and stop before travel; the quoted time is not a door-to-door guarantee.
Representative main-shrine precinct point checked on the GSI map; not a certified entrance or the neighbouring Gokoku Shrine.
25–45 min
Ordinary worship and a short main-precinct visit; excludes bus travel, festival viewing, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official history page says the worship-hall front doors are not closed, allowing worship at any time. This does not mean all buildings or counters are open around the clock.
The official homepage lists reception 09:00–17:00. Separate cut-offs for every goshuin or prayer service were not confirmed; ask before a late counter visit.
A general admission charge was not confirmed in the cited official information. Amulets and formal prayers are separate; free admission is not treated as verified here.
The inner sanctuary is not a visitor interior: do not enter restricted areas. Festival or traffic notices can change access. Learning, commerce and protection describe worship traditions, not guaranteed outcomes.
Hondawake no Mikoto (Hachiman / Emperor Ojin) · Kasuga Okami · Hakusan Okami
Nanbu Shigenobu established the shrine in 1680. Rebuilding followed fires and weather damage; the present large worship hall was completed in 1997. Its upper sanctuary has a separate building history.
- Coastal torii views; passage currently suspended
- White-fox foundation tradition
- Check weekend closures and repairs before travelling
Time scope
A short visit to permitted viewpoints on an open day; excludes the closed torii passage, coast walks, transport and parking queues.
Fee details
The prefectural tourism guide lists free admission. Parking and amulets are separate. Free admission does not permit entry on suspended days.
- Coastal torii views; passage currently suspended
- White-fox foundation tradition
- Check weekend closures and repairs before travelling
498 Tsuo, Yuya, Nagato, Yamaguchi
The prefectural guide lists taxi journeys of about 20 minutes from Nagato-Furuichi or Hitomaru stations, or 40 minutes from Nagatoshi Station. This is not a promise of ordinary bus access. Check visit suspensions first.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
15–30 min
A short visit to permitted viewpoints on an open day; excludes the closed torii passage, coast walks, transport and parking queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular published hours are 09:30–16:30, but weekend and holiday visits are suspended March–November 2026. The 14 September notice suspends passage through the torii for repairs without a reopening date. Night entry and photography are prohibited.
Dated hours or seasonal information needs a fresh check. Confirm the latest official notice before visiting. Official site
Regular amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed. Contact the shrine before planning a counter visit.
The prefectural tourism guide lists free admission. Parking and amulets are separate. Free admission does not permit entry on suspended days.
Checked 9 October 2026: weekend/holiday suspension and torii repairs are separate restrictions. The elevated offering box is also suspended without a confirmed reopening date. The 2019 photograph does not show current access. Check the prefectural and on-site notices immediately before visiting.
White-fox worship tradition; specific named kami not established in checked official sources
Official tourism accounts describe a foundation in 1955 following a dream involving a white fox. The torii were donated over roughly ten years from 1987. The white-fox tradition is distinguished here from specific named kami that the checked official sources did not establish.
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- Important Cultural Property main sanctuary and worship hall
- Takamiya Saijo, a wooded ritual site
- Shinpo-kan museum's Okinoshima finds, with separate admission
Time scope
Ordinary worship, the main precinct and Takamiya Saijo. Excludes the museum, travel, Oshima and Okinoshima.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
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Munakata
- Important Cultural Property main sanctuary and worship hall
- Takamiya Saijo, a wooded ritual site
- Shinpo-kan museum's Okinoshima finds, with separate admission
2331 Tashima, Munakata, Fukuoka
From JR Togo Station, take a Nishitetsu bus serving Munakata Taisha to Munakata Taisha-mae, then walk to the shrine. Munakata City's guide gives about 10 minutes for the bus journey. Check the current return timetable.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship, the main precinct and Takamiya Saijo. Excludes the museum, travel, Oshima and Okinoshima.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGeneral gate-opening hours were not confirmed in the checked official sources. Plan a daylight visit; the prayer counter and museum have separate timetables.
Prayer hall reception: 09:00–17:00; amulets and goshuin are also issued there. A separate goshuin cut-off was not confirmed. Museum: 09:00–16:30, last admission 16:00.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and museum admission are separate.
The route to Takamiya Saijo involves an uphill walk. Nakatsu-gu on Oshima needs a separate ferry trip. Okinoshima is not open to ordinary tourists. National Treasure status applies to museum objects, not to Hetsu-gu's shrine buildings.
Ichikishima-hime no Kami
Munakata's three sanctuaries continue a tradition associated with maritime routes and the worship of three female kami. Hetsu-gu enshrines Ichikishima-hime no Kami. Its main sanctuary, rebuilt in 1578, and worship hall, built in 1590, are Important Cultural Properties; Hetsu-gu is a component of the World Heritage property inscribed in 2017.
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- The 12-metre-high lion stage
- A short precinct visit near Namba
- Susanoo worship in Motomachi
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a look at the lion stage; excludes formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Ordinary-admission pricing was not confirmed. Formal prayers and amulets are separate; check the official site before visiting.
- The 12-metre-high lion stage
- A short precinct visit near Namba
- Susanoo worship in Motomachi
2-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka
Osaka tourism gives about 6 minutes on foot from Namba stations. Different railway exits lead to different routes; check the map for the Motomachi address.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
15–30 min
Ordinary worship and a look at the lion stage; excludes formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOsaka tourism lists gate hours of 06:00–17:00. Ceremony and festival arrangements may differ.
Osaka tourism lists service hours of 09:00–16:50, without identifying a dedicated amulet or goshuin counter schedule. These separate counter hours remain unconfirmed.
Ordinary-admission pricing was not confirmed. Formal prayers and amulets are separate; check the official site before visiting.
The lion stage is a sacred ritual space, not an attraction to climb. Follow event and photography instructions. Victory and prosperity prayers do not guarantee results.
Susanoo no Mikoto
The founding date is not established. The official account places the shrine in the Enkyu period (1069–1073); the current main sanctuary and lion stage were completed in 1974.
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- Shrine buildings above the coast
- Ryukyu and Kumano worship traditions
- A shrine visit within Naha
Time scope
Ordinary worship and exterior views within the precinct; excludes the beach, bridge viewpoints, transport, formal prayers and counter queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
- Shrine buildings above the coast
- Ryukyu and Kumano worship traditions
- A shrine visit within Naha
1-25-11 Wakasa, Naha, Okinawa
The official guide gives about 15 minutes on foot from Asahibashi Station on the Yui Rail monorail. Airport travel and waiting time are separate from the shrine visit.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and exterior views within the precinct; excludes the beach, bridge viewpoints, transport, formal prayers and counter queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular precinct opening and closing times were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Counter hours do not establish grounds access; check before visiting.
The January 2026 notice on the official home page lists amulets 09:00–16:45 and formal-prayer reception 10:00–15:30. The map page also lists a 16:30 counter close; confirm on the day if arriving late.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Follow traffic rules and access signs when photographing the coast. Prayers for health or safe journeys are expressions of hope, not guarantees.
Izanami no Mikoto · Hayatamao no Mikoto · Kotosakao no Mikoto
Naminoue enshrines Izanami, Hayatamao and Kotosakao. Its foundation date is uncertain; its traditions connect the sacred realm of Nirai Kanai beyond the sea with the Kumano kami. It received royal patronage as one of the eight Ryukyu shrines.
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- Shrine buildings completed in 1706
- Otome Inari subsidiary shrine
- Seasonal azaleas
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the precinct; excludes seasonal azalea-garden admission, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Shrine buildings completed in 1706
- Otome Inari subsidiary shrine
- Seasonal azaleas
1-28-9 Nezu, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
The official guide gives a 5-minute walk from Nezu, Sendagi or Todaimae Station.
Representative point for the west gate in the cultural-property record; not a confirmed visitor entrance.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the precinct; excludes seasonal azalea-garden admission, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceKaramon gate: Jan 06:00–17:00; Feb 06:00–17:30; Mar 06:00–18:00; Apr–May 05:30–18:00; Jun–Aug 05:00–18:00; Sep 05:30–18:00; Oct 05:30–17:30; Nov–Dec 06:00–17:00. Special New Year hours apply.
Amulet counter: Jan and Nov–Dec 09:30–16:30; Feb and Oct 09:30–17:00; Mar–Sep 09:30–17:30. Sundays and public holidays open at 09:00; New Year exceptions apply. Confirm prayer reception separately.
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Azaleas are a seasonal sight, not an all-year promise. The published gate and counter schedules differ; check the relevant schedule if collecting an omamori. Seasonal garden conditions need a fresh check.
Susanoo no Mikoto · Oyamakui no Mikoto · Hondawake no Mikoto · Okuninushi no Mikoto · Sugawara no Michizane
Shrine tradition links its origin to Yamato Takeru. The move to its present site and construction of the surviving shrine buildings date to 1706.
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- Main worship hall and mountain-worship setting
- Traditions of praying for good relationships
- Optional Shinen sacred garden (separate admission)
Time scope
Main-shrine worship and a short look around the Sannai precinct. Excludes the Shinen garden, Shinkyo Bridge, Toshogu, Rinnoji, bus travel, formal prayers and goshuin queues; allow additional time for these.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is free; the Shinen sacred garden is a separate paid area. The current city tourism listing gives ¥300 for adults and ¥100 for elementary, junior-high and high-school students. Shinkyo Bridge, formal prayers and other paid activities are not included.
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Nikko, Tochigi
- Main worship hall and mountain-worship setting
- Traditions of praying for good relationships
- Optional Shinen sacred garden (separate admission)
2307 Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi
From JR Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station, take the World Heritage Tour bus to Taiyuin/Futarasanjinja-mae, around 15 minutes, then walk a short distance. Alternatively, take a bus toward Chuzenji Onsen to Nishisando-iriguchi, around 9 minutes, and walk about 10 minutes. The city tourism guide advises checking current bus routes.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Main-shrine worship and a short look around the Sannai precinct. Excludes the Shinen garden, Shinkyo Bridge, Toshogu, Rinnoji, bus travel, formal prayers and goshuin queues; allow additional time for these.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, queues and available routes vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceNikko’s official tourism guide lists 08:00–17:00 in April–October and 09:00–16:00 in November–March, with admission reception ending 30 minutes before closing. Check current notices before visiting; these times do not establish separate amulet or prayer-counter schedules.
Separate schedules for amulets, goshuin and formal prayers could not be confirmed from accessible official information. Confirm with the shrine before a time-sensitive visit.
Ordinary worship is free; the Shinen sacred garden is a separate paid area. The current city tourism listing gives ¥300 for adults and ¥100 for elementary, junior-high and high-school students. Shinkyo Bridge, formal prayers and other paid activities are not included.
This record is the Sannai main shrine beside Toshogu. It is not Utsunomiya Futaarayama Shrine, the lakeside Chugushi or the Mt. Nantai summit shrine. Map coordinates are a representative main-precinct point, not a verified step-free entrance. Prayer associations describe traditions, not guaranteed outcomes. Shinkyo is a separate visit and should not be counted as a bridge inside the main precinct.
Onamuchi no Mikoto · Tagorihime no Mikoto · Ajisukitakahikone no Mikoto
Futarasan Shrine developed as a centre of mountain worship in Nikko. The city’s cultural-heritage guide dates the present main sanctuary to 1619 and describes subsequent work under the Tokugawa shogunate. The shrine forms part of the UNESCO-listed Shrines and Temples of Nikko. Shinkyo Bridge also belongs to the shrine, but is a separate stop away from the main precinct.
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- Yomeimon’s carvings and decoration
- The three monkeys on the sacred stable
- The sleeping cat and the stepped Okumiya approach
Time scope
Paid shrine circuit including main architectural sights and, if open, the Okumiya approach. Excludes station transport, ticket queues, the museum, Rinnoji, Futarasan Shrine and formal prayers.
Fee details
Ordinary Toshogu admission: adults/high-school students ¥1,600; elementary/junior-high students ¥550. The adult shrine-and-museum combination is ¥2,400. Do not mistake the museum-only ticket for shrine admission. Formal prayers are separate.
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Nikko, Tochigi
- Yomeimon’s carvings and decoration
- The three monkeys on the sacred stable
- The sleeping cat and the stepped Okumiya approach
2301 Sannai, Nikko, Tochigi
Nikko City Tourism Association lists a World Heritage Tour bus from JR Nikko or Tobu-Nikko Station to Omotesando, taking about 13 minutes. Allow additional walking from the stop and time for the stepped precinct. Check current bus operations.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
90–150 min
Paid shrine circuit including main architectural sights and, if open, the Okumiya approach. Excludes station transport, ticket queues, the museum, Rinnoji, Futarasan Shrine and formal prayers.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, queues and available routes vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceApril–October: 09:00–17:00. November–March: 09:00–16:00. Admission closes 30 minutes before closing in both periods. Ceremonies and repairs may restrict parts of the visit.
Formal prayers are offered at the prayer hall, but separate prayer and goshuin reception hours were not confirmed in the reviewed official pages. Ask the shrine before planning a late counter visit.
Ordinary Toshogu admission: adults/high-school students ¥1,600; elementary/junior-high students ¥550. The adult shrine-and-museum combination is ¥2,400. Do not mistake the museum-only ticket for shrine admission. Formal prayers are separate.
Expect stairs and uneven walking surfaces, especially toward Okumiya. Photography rules differ by building; follow signs and staff instructions. Indoor worship areas may require removing shoes. These entries describe Toshogu, not the entire Nikko World Heritage area. Prayer categories are cultural associations, not guarantees.
Tokugawa Ieyasu (Tosho Daigongen)
Toshogu enshrines Tokugawa Ieyasu as Tosho Daigongen. The shrine was established in 1617, and a major rebuilding under his grandson Iemitsu in 1636 shaped its celebrated architectural ensemble. It forms part of the World Heritage site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko.”
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- Red Gate (omote daimon)
- Long earthen wall (oneribei)
- Vermilion shrine buildings and Ebisu traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship, the Red Gate and a short precinct walk; excludes exhibitions, transport and festival queues.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Nishinomiya
- Red Gate (omote daimon)
- Long earthen wall (oneribei)
- Vermilion shrine buildings and Ebisu traditions
1-17 Shakecho, Nishinomiya, Hyogo
About 5 minutes on foot from the Ebisu exit of Hanshin Nishinomiya Station, or 10 minutes from JR Sakura Shukugawa Station. JR Nishinomiya is a different station.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship, the Red Gate and a short precinct walk; excludes exhibitions, transport and festival queues.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceApril–August: 05:00–19:00; October–February: 05:00–18:00; March and September: 05:00–18:30. January 10 has a special 06:00 opening; event arrangements take priority.
Amulet counter: 09:00–17:00. Formal-prayer reception ends at 16:30. A separate goshuin cutoff was not confirmed.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Toka Ebisu is held January 9–11 and attracts large crowds. The January 10 Fukuotoko race is an organised ritual, not an invitation to run through the precinct. The photo shows a sacred-horse statue, not the main sanctuary.
Ebisu Okami (Hiruko) · Amaterasu Omikami · Okuninushi no Okami · Susanoo no Okami
The shrine's exact foundation date is unknown. Its tradition tells of fishermen bringing an image of Ebisu from Osaka Bay. Worship linked with fishing later expanded to market trade and business prosperity.
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- Black torii made from unpeeled kunugi oak
- Saiō and The Tale of Genji traditions
- Nonomiya Daikokuten and the Kameishi prayer stone
Time scope
An ordinary visit inside the small precinct; excludes bamboo-area walking, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Ordinary admission is free according to Kyoto City tourism. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Black torii made from unpeeled kunugi oak
- Saiō and The Tale of Genji traditions
- Nonomiya Daikokuten and the Kameishi prayer stone
1 Saganonomiyacho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto
Kyoto’s official school-trip guide gives about 10 minutes on foot from JR Saga-Arashiyama or Randen Arashiyama, and 3 minutes from the Nonomiya bus stop.
A sourced representative point inside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance.
15–30 min
An ordinary visit inside the small precinct; excludes bamboo-area walking, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceKyoto City tourism lists 09:00–17:00, with reception ending at 16:30. Check the shrine directly for a formal-prayer appointment.
The city tourism guide gives reception until 16:30; separate amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed. The shrine recommends advance booking for formal prayers.
Ordinary admission is free according to Kyoto City tourism. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Follow this shrine’s specific temizu instruction: wash your hands and omit mouth rinsing because the water is standing water. Relationship prayers and the Kameishi tradition do not guarantee that a wish will come true.
Nonomiya Okami (Amaterasu Sume Okami), main shrine · Nonomiya Daikokuten, subsidiary sanctuary · Shirafuku Inari Daimyojin, subsidiary sanctuary
The official account connects Nonomiya with the purification of imperial Saiō priestesses before their journey to Ise. It also identifies the shrine with the setting of the Sakaki chapter in The Tale of Genji. This tradition does not establish a precise founding year for the present site.
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- The sacred camphor tree
- Wooded precinct and main worship hall
- Optional longer walk to the historic German Bridge
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk around the camphor-tree precinct; excludes station travel, the longer walk to the German Bridge, Mount Oasa, the German House museum, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
A general ordinary-admission price was not explicitly verified in the reviewed official pages. The shrine separately accepts offerings for prayers and amulets; ask the office if needed.
- The sacred camphor tree
- Wooded precinct and main worship hall
- Optional longer walk to the historic German Bridge
13 Hirozuka, Bando, Oasa-cho, Naruto, Tokushima
Tokushima tourism lists about 20 minutes on foot from JR Bando Station on the Kotoku Line, or from the Naruto Nishi highway-bus stop. Check your return service separately; do not confuse this area with central Naruto or the whirlpool viewing sites.
Representative point in the main precinct or approach, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk around the camphor-tree precinct; excludes station travel, the longer walk to the German Bridge, Mount Oasa, the German House museum, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceNaruto tourism lists ordinary gate hours as 06:00–17:00. New Year and festival arrangements may differ; check local notices.
Amulets: 07:30–16:30. The official access page gives prayer reception as 09:00–16:00; another official page shows 16:30, so confirm before arriving late. Some festival dates suspend prayer service.
A general ordinary-admission price was not explicitly verified in the reviewed official pages. The shrine separately accepts offerings for prayers and amulets; ask the office if needed.
The German Bridge was built by German prisoners of war, according to Naruto tourism. It and the separate German House museum require extra time. No step-free route has been verified here. Follow photography and access signs, especially during ceremonies.
Oasahiko no Okami · Sarutahiko no Okami
Its origin tradition links worship of Oasahiko Okami to the development of Awa, with Sarutahiko later enshrined alongside. It became Awa’s ichinomiya, a leading provincial shrine. The official history records rebuilding in 1880, new worship halls in 1970 and roof restoration completed in 2022.
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- Worship directed towards Mount Miwa
- Important Cultural Property worship hall
- Wooded approach and sake-brewing traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
Fee details
Ordinary shrine admission is free according to Nara Prefecture's travel guide. Mountain worship, formal prayers and offerings are separate.
- Worship directed towards Mount Miwa
- Important Cultural Property worship hall
- Wooded approach and sake-brewing traditions
1422 Miwa, Sakurai, Nara
Nara Prefecture's travel guide gives about 5 minutes on foot from JR Miwa Station. The shrine announced the end of regular Sakurai–shrine bus services in March 2026; plan by rail and walking, checking any special-event buses separately.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes transport, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and mountain hikes.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourcePrecinct-wide gate hours were not explicitly confirmed in the shrine sources. Plan the forest walk in daylight; the 09:00–17:00 tourism listing is not evidence of 24-hour staffed service.
Amulet counter: 09:00–17:00, or to 16:30 in December–February. San-shuden amulet service: 07:00–17:30. Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–16:00, with kagura prayers closing at 15:30 in winter. Holiday arrangements can change.
Ordinary shrine admission is free according to Nara Prefecture's travel guide. Mountain worship, formal prayers and offerings are separate.
The estimate does not include climbing sacred Mount Miwa. Mountain entry has separate reception, restrictions and closure notices; do not treat it as an unrestricted hiking trail. Prayer associations do not guarantee outcomes.
Omononushi no Okami
Shrine tradition connects its origins with Omononushi and the sacred mountain, rather than a securely dated foundation. The absence of a main sanctuary preserves an early form of mountain worship. The present worship hall is an Important Cultural Property.
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- The main sanctuary rebuilt in 1843
- Tenjin learning traditions
- An approach beside Tenjinbashisuji
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes festivals, shopping, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
Osaka tourism lists free worship. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- The main sanctuary rebuilt in 1843
- Tenjin learning traditions
- An approach beside Tenjinbashisuji
2-1-8 Tenjinbashi, Kita-ku, Osaka
From Minamimorimachi exit 4 or JR Osaka Tenmangu exit 7, walk south along Tenjinbashisuji and turn left at the second crossing. Osaka tourism gives about 5 minutes from either station.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
25–45 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct; excludes festivals, shopping, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official summer-hours notice gives 05:30–18:30 from April 1. A current winter gate schedule was not confirmed; do not treat counter hours as opening hours. Festival schedules can differ.
Amulet counter 09:00–17:00. Formal prayers 09:00–17:00, last reception 16:30. Separate goshuin hours were not confirmed.
Osaka tourism lists free worship. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Photography is not allowed inside the main sanctuary and its corridors. Academic prayers are a tradition, not a promise of exam results.
Sugawara no Michizane
The official history dates the shrine to 949. The present main sanctuary was rebuilt in 1843 after a fire in 1837.
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- The sacred camphor tree in the precinct
- Historic main and worship halls
- Optional armour and sword displays in the paid Treasure Hall
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk around the camphor tree and main precinct; excludes island transport, treasure and maritime museums, mountain trails, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary worship is free according to Ehime tourism. Treasure and maritime museums require separate admission; formal prayers and offerings are also separate.
- The sacred camphor tree in the precinct
- Historic main and worship halls
- Optional armour and sword displays in the paid Treasure Hall
3327 Miyaura, Omishima-cho, Imabari, Ehime
The official guide lists buses from JR Imabari Station to Oyamazumi Jinja-mae taking about 65 minutes. From the Honshu side, transfer at Omishima bus stop to a Miyaura-bound local bus, about 12 minutes. Check current departures and the return journey; this is an island destination.
Representative point in the main precinct or approach, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk around the camphor tree and main precinct; excludes island transport, treasure and maritime museums, mountain trails, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOrdinary gate hours: around sunrise–17:00. The official Treasure Hall notice currently lists 09:00–16:30, last admission 16:00; confirm before a museum visit.
Amulets and goshuin: 09:00–17:00. Prayer reception: 09:30–16:00. Ceremonies can cause a wait, according to the official visitor guide.
Ordinary worship is free according to Ehime tourism. Treasure and maritime museums require separate admission; formal prayers and offerings are also separate.
Omishima is an island in Imabari City, not beside central Imabari Station. The museum time notice differs from the prefectural tourism listing; this page uses the shrine’s own notice. Museum admission and time are excluded from the comparison estimate.
Oyamazumi no Okami
The shrine’s account connects its origins with the legendary figure Ochi no Mikoto and dates its move to the present Miyaura site to 719. Oyamazumi is worshipped as a kami of mountains and the sea. The main and worship halls were rebuilt in the early Muromachi period; the shrine’s treasury preserves weapons and armour offered by worshippers.
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- Ise-linked worship of Amaterasu and Toyouke
- A compact stop near Daimon Station
- History under the earlier name Shiba Shinmei-gu
Time scope
An ordinary visit and a short look around the precinct; excludes formal prayers, festival crowds and travel from the station.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Ise-linked worship of Amaterasu and Toyouke
- A compact stop near Daimon Station
- History under the earlier name Shiba Shinmei-gu
1-12-7 Shibadaimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
The official guide gives 1 minute on foot from Daimon Station exit A6, 5 minutes from Hamamatsucho Station north exit, or 5 minutes from Onarimon Station exit A2.
Representative shrine point from the CODH place dataset, checked against the nearby registered strength-stone point; not a confirmed entrance.
15–30 min
An ordinary visit and a short look around the precinct; excludes formal prayers, festival crowds and travel from the station.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular precinct opening hours were not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Check directly if planning an early or late visit.
Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–16:30, advance reservation required. This does not establish amulet-counter hours, which were not confirmed.
Ordinary-visit admission was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
The formal-prayer reception schedule is separate from ordinary worship. Individual formal prayers start at ¥10,000 and require booking; this is not an ordinary-visit admission charge. Allow additional time during ceremonies and festivals.
Amaterasu Omikami · Toyouke Omikami
The shrine dates its foundation to 1005 and enshrines Amaterasu and Toyouke, the principal kami of the two main sanctuaries at Ise. Earlier names include Shiba Shinmei-gu and Iikura Shinmei-gu.
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- Tadasu no Mori forest approach
- Romon gate and the shrine precinct
- Aioi-sha’s relationship-prayer tradition
Time scope
The forest approach and main shrine precinct, excluding a separate visit to Kawai Shrine, special paid visits, formal prayers and queues. When visiting both shrines, do not count shared approach walking twice.
Fee details
The official special-visit guide lists a combined ticket of ¥1,000 for adults, covering Oidono, the former Jinguji site and Shukosha; junior-high pupils and younger are free. Special visits run 10:00–16:00. Ordinary-visit admission is not stated in the official pages reviewed.
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Sakyo, Kyoto
- Tadasu no Mori forest approach
- Romon gate and the shrine precinct
- Aioi-sha’s relationship-prayer tradition
59 Shimogamo Izumigawa-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
The official guide gives a walk of about 12 minutes from Keihan Demachiyanagi Station. City buses stop at Shimogamo-jinja-mae or Tadasu-no-mori-mae; check current routes before travel.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
45–90 min
The forest approach and main shrine precinct, excluding a separate visit to Kawai Shrine, special paid visits, formal prayers and queues. When visiting both shrines, do not count shared approach walking twice.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceInside the romon gate: 06:30–17:00. Kawai Shrine: 06:30–16:30. Shrine ceremonies can change these hours.
Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–16:30. Regular amulet and goshuin-counter hours could not be confirmed from the official pages reviewed.
The official special-visit guide lists a combined ticket of ¥1,000 for adults, covering Oidono, the former Jinguji site and Shukosha; junior-high pupils and younger are free. Special visits run 10:00–16:00. Ordinary-visit admission is not stated in the official pages reviewed.
For relationship prayers, visit Aioi-sha, a subsidiary shrine dedicated to Musuhi no Kami; this is distinct from the main shrine’s kami. Plan the forest walk separately from the paid Oidono and museum visit. The romon and Kawai Shrine close at different times; formal-prayer reception hours are not confirmed goshuin-counter hours.
Kamo Taketsunumi no Mikoto · Tamayorihime no Mikoto
The shrine’s exact founding date is unknown. It was revered as a protector of the capital in the Heian period. Its two main buildings were rebuilt in 1863, according to Kyoto’s official tourism guide.
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- Separate Bettsugu and left/right sanctuary arrangements
- Historic shrine buildings
- Wooded Ichimoriyama grounds
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short Shiogama precinct walk; excludes the station approach, museum, Shiwahiko visit, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Miyagi tourism lists ordinary worship as free. Museum admission, goshuin, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Separate Bettsugu and left/right sanctuary arrangements
- Historic shrine buildings
- Wooded Ichimoriyama grounds
1-1 Ichimoriyama, Shiogama, Miyagi
The local tourism association gives about 15 minutes on foot from JR Hon-Shiogama Station. The shrine stands on a hill; route and ascent affect walking time. Check the official access guide before choosing an approach.
Representative point by Shiogama’s main shrine buildings, checked on GSI; not Shiwahiko, a car park or a certified entrance.
40–60 min
Ordinary worship and a short Shiogama precinct walk; excludes the station approach, museum, Shiwahiko visit, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official duration. Uphill walking, snow and queues affect the visit.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceAn up-to-date ordinary gate timetable could not be settled from the consulted sources: tourism listings differ. Do not rely on late-evening access. Confirm gate closure with the shrine for your visit date; Shiwahiko’s gates may follow a separate schedule.
Prayer and handwritten-goshuin reception starts 09:00: until 16:30 in January, March–July and September–October; 16:00 in February, August and November; 15:30 in December. New Year differs. Outside reception hours, the other amulet counter handles prewritten goshuin while the gates are open.
Miyagi tourism lists ordinary worship as free. Museum admission, goshuin, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Shiwahiko is a separate shrine in the shared grounds; its deity is not added to this shrine’s three-deity list. Goshuin use a two-page spread for both shrines. Do not assume gate hours and prayer reception hours are identical.
Shiotsuchi Oji no Kami · Takemikazuchi no Kami · Futsunushi no Kami
The exact foundation date is uncertain. Long revered as the principal shrine of Mutsu, it has buildings centred on reconstruction begun under Date Tsunamura in 1695. The shrine buildings received national Important Cultural Property designation in 2002.
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- Lake Biwa torii seen from the precinct
- Designated main sanctuary
- Lake views from the Aiko Shirahigedai platform
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a view of the lake torii from the precinct platform; excludes transport, prayers and counter queues, and does not involve crossing the highway.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Takashima, Shiga
- Lake Biwa torii seen from the precinct
- Designated main sanctuary
- Lake views from the Aiko Shirahigedai platform
215 Ukawa, Takashima, Shiga
Shiga’s official tourism guide gives about five minutes by car from Omi-Takashima Station. Plan station transfers separately; do not assume roadside walking or crossing the highway is safe.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
15–30 min
Ordinary worship and a view of the lake torii from the precinct platform; excludes transport, prayers and counter queues, and does not involve crossing the highway.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceRegular precinct opening and closing times were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Counter hours do not establish grounds access; check before visiting.
Regular amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed. Contact the shrine before planning a counter visit.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
Do not cross Route 161. The checked tourism guide states that illumination of the lake torii is suspended. The photograph shows a roof detail of the shrine buildings, not the lake torii.
Sarutahiko no Mikoto
Dedicated to Sarutahiko, the shrine is traditionally associated with longevity, relationships and guidance. It preserves traditions of an ancient origin, while the main sanctuary is an Important Cultural Property. The lakeside torii and shrine buildings are on opposite sides of the road.
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- Wooded main approach
- Shrine buildings at the foot of Hakusan
- Optional separate treasure museum
Time scope
The main approach, ordinary worship and a short Hongu precinct walk; excludes travel from Tsurugi, museum, summit ascent, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
A separate ordinary-worship admission tariff was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. The museum is ¥300 for adults and free for high-school students and younger; formal prayers and offerings are separate.
Tsurugi area, Hakusan, Ishikawa
- Wooded main approach
- Shrine buildings at the foot of Hakusan
- Optional separate treasure museum
Ni 105-1 Sannomiya-machi, Hakusan, Ishikawa
From Kanazawa, travel via Nishi-Kanazawa/Shin-Nishi-Kanazawa to Tsurugi on the Hokuriku Railway Ishikawa Line. The shrine lists a further 30-minute walk or about 5 minutes by taxi from Tsurugi; check bus departures separately.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–60 min
The main approach, ordinary worship and a short Hongu precinct walk; excludes travel from Tsurugi, museum, summit ascent, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOrdinary gate hours were not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. Museum hours are 09:00–16:00 in April–October and 09:30–15:30 in November; closed December–March, with possible extra closures. These are museum hours, not a gate timetable.
Prayer ceremonies: 09:00–16:00 at 30-minute intervals, reception from about 08:30. Ordinary amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed.
A separate ordinary-worship admission tariff was not confirmed in the official pages reviewed. The museum is ¥300 for adults and free for high-school students and younger; formal prayers and offerings are separate.
The official guide describes about 250 metres of uphill main approach and recommends the north approach parking area for wheelchair users. Confirm the onward route with the shrine; the map point is not a certified step-free entrance. The summit Okumiya requires a separate hiking plan.
Shirayama Hime no Okami (Kukurihime) · Izanagi no Mikoto · Izanami no Mikoto
The shrine preserves an ancient foundation tradition; its earliest dates are traditional accounts rather than a securely established construction date. The official history records a move to the present site after a fire in 1480. It is the principal shrine of the wider Hakusan shrine network, with a separate sanctuary on the mountain summit.
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- Four main sanctuaries in the Sumiyoshi-zukuri style
- The arched Sorihashi bridge
- A shrine approach served by both trains and trams
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a look at the four main sanctuaries and main precinct; excludes extended subsidiary-shrine routes, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
The official English FAQ states that entrance is free. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Four main sanctuaries in the Sumiyoshi-zukuri style
- The arched Sorihashi bridge
- A shrine approach served by both trains and trams
2-9-89 Sumiyoshi, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka
Official access: about 3 minutes east from Nankai Sumiyoshi-taisha Station, 5 minutes west from Nankai Sumiyoshi-higashi, or immediately by Hankai’s Sumiyoshi-toriimae tram stop.
Representative point of the second main sanctuary from the cultural-property map; not a verified visitor entrance.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship and a look at the four main sanctuaries and main precinct; excludes extended subsidiary-shrine routes, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official detailed access page gives opening at 06:00 in April–September and 06:30 in October–March; the first day of each month and Hatsutatsu days open at 06:00. Outer gates close at 16:00 and the inner enclosure at 17:00. New Year and festival schedules differ.
Amulet counter: 09:00–17:00. Formal-prayer reception: 09:00–15:50. Some subsidiary precinct sites close at 16:00; separate goshuin counter hours were not confirmed.
The official English FAQ states that entrance is free. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
Use the detailed gate schedule rather than assuming every part of the grounds is open until 17:00. Safe-travel, protection and business prayers are traditions, not assurances of safety or financial gain. Follow posted photography and precinct rules.
Sokotsutsu no Mikoto · Nakatsutsu no Mikoto · Uwatsutsu no Mikoto · Empress Jingu
The shrine’s traditional account dates its foundation to 211; this is a date in shrine tradition rather than an independently established archaeological founding date. The official FAQ dates the present main sanctuary buildings to 1810.
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- The stepped approach and shrine buildings
- Local Nagasaki shrine traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main stepped precinct; excludes festival performances, prayers, transport and queues.
Fee details
Nagasaki’s public tourism guide lists ordinary shrine admission as free. Formal prayers, amulets and festival seating are separate.
- The stepped approach and shrine buildings
- Local Nagasaki shrine traditions
18-15 Kaminishiyama-machi, Nagasaki, Nagasaki
Take a tram to Suwa Jinja stop, then use the underpass to reach the shrine approach as directed by the official site. Nagasaki tourism gives about 5 minutes on foot from the stop; the approach includes steps.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and the main stepped precinct; excludes festival performances, prayers, transport and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA fixed daily gate schedule was not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Visit in daylight and check current notices.
Daily amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Check directly if you need a staffed service.
Nagasaki’s public tourism guide lists ordinary shrine admission as free. Formal prayers, amulets and festival seating are separate.
The shrine identifies sea protection as one of its traditional associations; the safe-travel filter reflects that maritime context. This is Nagasaki’s Suwa Shrine, not Suwa Taisha in Nagano. Kunchi usually takes place October 7–9; check arrangements before a festival visit.
Takeminakata no Kami · Yasakatome no Kami · Izanagi no Kami · Izanami no Kami · The three Sumiyoshi kami
Revived in 1625 by bringing together Suwa, Morisaki and Sumiyoshi worship, it moved to the present site in 1648. The shrine was rebuilt in 1869 after an 1857 fire.
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- Onbashira pillars marking the shrine precinct
- The covered Nunobashi approach
- Historic halls and gates, subject to restoration restrictions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk in accessible parts of Kamisha Hongu during restoration; excludes restricted areas, the other three sites, station travel, Treasure Hall, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
The reviewed official pages do not explicitly state an ordinary admission price. The separate Hongu Treasure Hall is ¥500 for adults and ¥300 for children. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
- Onbashira pillars marking the shrine precinct
- The covered Nunobashi approach
- Historic halls and gates, subject to restoration restrictions
1 Miyayama, Nakasu, Suwa, Nagano
Chino tourism lists about 45 minutes on foot from JR Chino Station. Check local transport or a taxi separately if that walk does not suit your itinerary; the shrine visit allowance excludes station travel.
Representative point in the main precinct or approach, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk in accessible parts of Kamisha Hongu during restoration; excludes restricted areas, the other three sites, station travel, Treasure Hall, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official visitor page states that the four sites do not close their gates and can be visited freely. Staffed facilities have separate hours; plan sightseeing in daylight.
Hongu amulet counter: 08:30–17:00. Treasure Hall: 09:00–16:00. Ordinary prayer reception: 09:00–16:00, according to the official FAQ.
The reviewed official pages do not explicitly state an ordinary admission price. The separate Hongu Treasure Hall is ¥500 for adults and ¥300 for children. Offerings and formal prayers are separate.
Hongu, Maemiya, Harumiya and Akimiya are separate destinations. The shrine states there is no ranking among them and no required visiting order. Onbashira here refers to the standing pillars; a festival procession is not an everyday attraction. Restoration work restricts part of the Hongu precinct from April 2024 until October 2027 (planned). Some structures may be screened or inaccessible; follow the official route notice.
Takeminakata no Kami (Kamisha Hongu)
Suwa Taisha preserves an ancient tradition of worship linked to the region’s kami and natural landscape. Kamisha Hongu worships a sacred mountain rather than having a conventional main sanctuary building. Its surviving buildings include the four-legged gate donated under Tokugawa Ieyasu in 1608 and a covered approach rebuilt in 1829.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Main worship area at Otaga-san
- Views of Taiko Bridge
- Longevity and relationship prayer traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and exterior views of the buildings and Taiko Bridge; excludes the Okushoin garden, exhibitions, shrine-town walks, transport and formal prayers.
Fee details
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
- Main worship area at Otaga-san
- Views of Taiko Bridge
- Longevity and relationship prayer traditions
604 Taga, Taga, Inukami, Shiga
The official guide gives about 10 minutes on foot from Taga Taisha-mae Station on the Ohmi Railway. Check connections and waiting times separately when travelling from Hikone.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and exterior views of the buildings and Taiko Bridge; excludes the Okushoin garden, exhibitions, shrine-town walks, transport and formal prayers.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe local tourism association describes freely accessible grounds. This is not confirmation of safe access at every hour. Follow event and entry notices and plan a daytime visit.
The official FAQ lists amulets and formal-prayer reception at 09:00–16:00. Check official notices for New Year or other changes.
General-entry charges were not explicitly confirmed in the checked official/public sources. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and optional exhibitions or gardens are separate.
The Okushoin garden can close for ceremonies. It is not included in the ordinary visit allowance. Prayers express hopes rather than promises of longevity or relationships.
Izanagi no Okami · Izanami no Okami
Taga enshrines Izanagi and Izanami, described in mythology as the kami involved in creating the land. Affectionately known as Otaga-san, it has traditions of longevity, relationships and protection. These mythological accounts are not presented as established historical events.
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- Benzaiten and performing-arts traditions
- The distinctive Isuzu ritual bell
- Shrine and village landscape
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
Fee details
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
- Benzaiten and performing-arts traditions
- The distinctive Isuzu ritual bell
- Shrine and village landscape
107 Tsubonouchi, Tenkawa, Yoshino-gun, Nara
From Shimoichiguchi Station, the shrine describes about one hour by bus towards Nakaiozumi to Tenkawa Daibenzaitensha, or a bus to Tenkawa Kawai followed by about 30 minutes on foot. Services are infrequent; check the return timetable.
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGeneral precinct opening/closing times were not explicitly confirmed. Plan a daylight visit and check the latest shrine notices.
Amulets and goshuin: 08:00–16:30. Formal-prayer applications are listed at 09:00–14:30 and require a telephone booking at least two days ahead; same-day applications are not accepted.
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
The short visit does not include Mount Misen or the mountain sanctuary. Formal indoor worship requires appropriate dress and socks. Noh and music are scheduled offerings, not daily visitor performances.
Ichikishimahime no Mikoto (also worshipped as Benzaiten) · Kumano ni Imasu Okami · Yoshino ni Imasu Okami · Spirits of four Southern Court emperors · One hundred kami, beginning with Ame no Minakanushi
The shrine preserves traditions linking the Omine mountain region, ascetic practice and Benzaiten worship. Its history also records connections with the Southern Court and Noh. Origin stories should be read as religious traditions; performances and stored cultural objects are not automatically available on an ordinary visit.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Old cedars around Chusha
- The middle shrine precinct
Time scope
Chusha worship and a short look around its cedar trees; excludes the other four shrines, Okusha approach, exhibitions, transport and queues.
Fee details
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
- Old cedars around Chusha
- The middle shrine precinct
3506 Togakushi, Nagano, Nagano
Start from Nagano Station and check the current bus service for Togakushi Chusha. The official access guide distinguishes Chusha from the approximately 2 km walking approach to Okusha. Winter transport and parking differ.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
30–50 min
Chusha worship and a short look around its cedar trees; excludes the other four shrines, Okusha approach, exhibitions, transport and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA fixed daily gate schedule was not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Visit in daylight and check current notices.
Goshuin reception is normally 09:00–17:00. Winter hours and reception locations differ; confirm the latest notice for Chusha.
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
Do not use this short duration for the five-shrine circuit. Snow and icy paths can change the visit; follow closures and the winter goshuin arrangements.
Ame no Yagokoro Omoikane no Mikoto
Chusha enshrines the kami of wisdom associated with the heavenly rock-cave myth. Togakushi developed as a mountain religious centre with Shinto and Buddhist traditions, which were separated in the Meiji period.
- Prayers for relationships
- Connection with Ise
- Shinto wedding heritage
Time scope
A short shrine visit, excluding queues and formal prayer services.
Fee details
A separate admission fee for an ordinary visit could not be confirmed from official information. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate choices.
Chiyoda, Tokyo
- Prayers for relationships
- Connection with Ise
- Shinto wedding heritage
2-4-1 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
About 5 minutes on foot from Iidabashi Station. The official routes use JR's west exit, Metro exit B2a (Yurakucho/Namboku lines), or exit A4 (Tozai/Oedo lines). This is the station-to-shrine walk, not total visit time.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
20–40 min
A short shrine visit, excluding queues and formal prayer services.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGrounds: 06:00–21:00. Event schedules may change these hours.
Amulets 08:00–19:00; goshuin 09:00–17:00; prayer reception 09:00–16:30.
A separate admission fee for an ordinary visit could not be confirmed from official information. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate choices.
The shrine's relationship tradition is linked to its enshrined kami of creation and growth and its Shinto wedding heritage. This is a cultural association, not a promise of marriage. Goshuin reception ends at 17:00, earlier than the grounds close; allow time before the counter shuts.
Amaterasu-Sume-Ohkami · Toyouke-no-Ohkami · Ameno-Minakanushi-no-kami · Takamimusubi-no-kami · Kamimusubi-no-kami · Yamatohime-no-mikoto
Founded in 1880 in Hibiya, the shrine moved to Iidabashi in 1928. It helped establish the modern Shinto wedding tradition.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- The Yokozuna monument and sumo history
- The statue of surveyor Ino Tadataka near the large torii
- The traditions of the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short look around the main precinct and monuments where accessible; excludes station travel, neighbouring Fukagawa Fudo-do, museum visits, formal prayers, festival crowds and queues.
Fee details
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government accessibility guide lists entry to the grounds as free. Offerings, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate; free grounds entry does not guarantee access to the museum or building interiors.
- The Yokozuna monument and sumo history
- The statue of surveyor Ino Tadataka near the large torii
- The traditions of the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival
1-20-3 Tomioka, Koto-ku, Tokyo
The official guide gives about 3 minutes on foot from Monzen-nakacho Station on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, 6 minutes from the Toei Oedo Line station, or 15 minutes from JR Etchujima Station. Station approaches are separate from the precinct visit.
Representative point by the main shrine precinct, visually checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
20–40 min
Ordinary worship and a short look around the main precinct and monuments where accessible; excludes station travel, neighbouring Fukagawa Fudo-do, museum visits, formal prayers, festival crowds and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, available routes and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceKoto City lists the precinct as open for worship 24 hours. This does not mean staffed counters, indoor worship areas or every part of the grounds are available all night; renovation may affect the route.
Koto City lists amulet and administrative services at 09:00–17:00. The current renovation notice separately gives formal prayer reception at 09:00–16:20, with prayers from 09:30 to 16:30 on the hour and half-hour in the temporary sanctuary. Ceremonies may change the schedule. Goshuin-specific reception hours were not separately confirmed.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government accessibility guide lists entry to the grounds as free. Offerings, formal prayers, amulets and goshuin are separate; free grounds entry does not guarantee access to the museum or building interiors.
The official notice schedules main-sanctuary renovation from March 2026 to June 2027, with the guest hall serving as the temporary sanctuary from May 28, 2026. The shrine also posts a mikoshi-storehouse renovation notice restricting close viewing, but that notice does not clearly state its year; confirm current viewing arrangements. Festival processions and sumo ceremonies are special events, not daily attractions. The kami listed here is the principal deity; the official history mentions eight others without naming them individually.
Emperor Ojin (Hondawake no Mikoto)
The shrine dates its foundation to 1627 on land then called Eitaijima. It developed with the surrounding Fukagawa neighbourhood and received support from the Tokugawa shoguns. Its official history also records authorised sumo tournaments in the precinct from 1684, before the principal venue later moved to Eko-in.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Long approach through large trees
- Historic wooden shrine halls
- Precinct rocks connected with shrine traditions
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short main-precinct walk; excludes station approaches, Zenrakuji Temple, outlying sacred-rock walks, ceremonies and queues.
Fee details
Kochi tourism lists ordinary admission as free. Formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate.
- Long approach through large trees
- Historic wooden shrine halls
- Precinct rocks connected with shrine traditions
2-16-1 Ikku-Shinane, Kochi
The official guide lists about 19 minutes on foot from JR Tosa-Ikku Station, 4 minutes from Ikku-Higashimon bus stop, or 5 minutes from Ikku-Jinja-mae. It is not in central Kochi’s downtown walking area.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short main-precinct walk; excludes station approaches, Zenrakuji Temple, outlying sacred-rock walks, ceremonies and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceTourism information lists shrine-building viewing 08:30–16:30, with restrictions during ceremonies. The official annual calendar closes the precinct from the evening of March 11 to dawn on March 13; worship during that period is from the torii. Ordinary gate hours otherwise were not confirmed.
Formal prayers are held 09:00–16:00 at 30-minute intervals; arrive about 15 minutes before your preferred time. Festivals and weddings can affect availability. Ordinary amulet and goshuin counter hours were not confirmed.
Kochi tourism lists ordinary admission as free. Formal prayers, goshuin and amulets are separate.
Nearby Zenrakuji is a Buddhist temple and a separate visit. The March Igomori ritual restricts entry even though tourism information otherwise lists no regular closing day. Follow local signs around heritage buildings and any works.
Ajisuki Takahikone no Kami · Hitokotonushi no Kami
The exact foundation is uncertain; the official account traces worship back to antiquity. Chosokabe Motochika rebuilt the main shrine, connecting hall and worship hall in 1570, and the Yamauchi family later added buildings. The site was historically shared with Buddhist institutions before the Meiji separation of kami and Buddhist worship.
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- The main shrine above the stone staircase
- The Maiden pavilion and broad approach
- The Genpei ponds
Time scope
The main approach, ponds and ordinary worship at the main shrine. Excludes station travel, museums, seasonal gardens, formal prayers, queues and a wider Kamakura walk.
Fee details
Ordinary grounds visits are free. The Treasure Hall, museum, seasonal garden visits, formal prayers and goshuin are separate; check the current fee for the facility you want.
- The main shrine above the stone staircase
- The Maiden pavilion and broad approach
- The Genpei ponds
2-1-31 Yukinoshita, Kamakura, Kanagawa
The shrine’s official guide gives about 10 minutes on foot from the east exit of JR Kamakura Station or from Enoden Kamakura Station. Walking up through the precinct is additional.
Representative point in or beside the shrine precinct; not a verified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–70 min
The main approach, ponds and ordinary worship at the main shrine. Excludes station travel, museums, seasonal gardens, formal prayers, queues and a wider Kamakura walk.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, queues and available routes vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe current official guide lists gates open 06:00–20:00 year-round. Check special-event and New Year notices before visiting.
Formal prayer reception: 08:30–16:30 at the desk below the main staircase; New Year arrangements may differ. Amulet and goshuin counter hours were not separately confirmed.
Ordinary grounds visits are free. The Treasure Hall, museum, seasonal garden visits, formal prayers and goshuin are separate; check the current fee for the facility you want.
The main shrine and lower precinct have different walking demands. Do not assume the main-shrine approach is step-free. Horseback archery and other ceremonies occur on particular dates, not every day. Respect worship and posted photography rules. Prayer categories describe requested prayers, not guaranteed benefits.
Emperor Ojin · Empress Jingu · Himegami
Its origins are traced to a shrine founded by Minamoto Yoriyoshi in 1063 near the coast. Minamoto Yoritomo moved it to the present location in 1180. It became closely connected with Kamakura’s warrior government and the worship of Hachiman.
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- Vermilion sanctuary inside a cave
- Views over the Nichinan coast
- Undama clay-ball tradition, with a separate charge
Time scope
Ordinary worship at the cave sanctuary and the main coastal approach. Excludes transport, queues, additional mountain paths and Namikiri Shrine.
Fee details
General worship is free according to the prefectural tourism guide. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and undama clay balls are separate.
- Vermilion sanctuary inside a cave
- Views over the Nichinan coast
- Undama clay-ball tradition, with a separate charge
3232 Miyaura, Nichinan, Miyazaki
The prefectural guide lists a Miyazaki Kotsu bus towards Obi from Miyazaki Station, about 90 minutes to Udo Jingu, followed by about 10 minutes on foot. Check present services and the return journey before relying on the bus.
Representative point near the main worship area, visually checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
30–60 min
Ordinary worship at the cave sanctuary and the main coastal approach. Excludes transport, queues, additional mountain paths and Namikiri Shrine.
A travel-planning estimate, not an official visit duration. Pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOpening hours: 06:00–18:00 in the official guide. Follow any weather-related closure or access notices.
Separate amulet, goshuin and prayer reception hours were not confirmed in the checked official sources. The 06:00–18:00 opening window does not guarantee counter service.
General worship is free according to the prefectural tourism guide. Offerings, amulets, formal prayers and undama clay balls are separate.
Steps lead down to the cave sanctuary; some approach ramps do not make the whole route step-free. Contact the shrine about mobility needs and follow weather closures. Undama is a cultural practice, not a promise that wishes will be granted.
Hikonagisatake Ugayafukiaezu no Mikoto (Ugayafukiaezu)
Udo's traditions concern Ugayafukiaezu, the kami described as Emperor Jimmu's father in Japanese mythology. The cave has long been a place of worship, with a history of combined Shinto and Buddhist practice before the Meiji-era separation. The surrounding Udo area is nationally designated as a Place of Scenic Beauty.
Details checked 2026-10-09
- The gilded shrine exterior
- Carvings on the Karamon and Sukibei
- Stone and bronze lanterns
Time scope
Ordinary worship plus an optional paid walk around the shrine exterior; excludes the peony garden, museums, station walk and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary worship from the approach is free. Inner-precinct admission is ¥700 for junior-high age and above, ¥300 for elementary pupils. The peony garden is separate.
Taito, Tokyo
- The gilded shrine exterior
- Carvings on the Karamon and Sukibei
- Stone and bronze lanterns
9-88 Ueno Koen, Taito-ku, Tokyo
The shrine gives 10 minutes on foot from JR Ueno Station’s Park Exit or Tokyo Metro Ueno Station, and 12 minutes from Keisei Ueno Station. It has no visitor car park.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
25–50 min
Ordinary worship plus an optional paid walk around the shrine exterior; excludes the peony garden, museums, station walk and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGrounds: 09:00–16:30 October–February; 09:00–17:30 March–September. Weather or other circumstances may cause closure.
Amulets/goshuin and the paid inner precinct: 09:30–16:00 October–February; 09:30–17:00 March–September. These start later and close earlier than the grounds.
Ordinary worship from the approach is free. Inner-precinct admission is ¥700 for junior-high age and above, ¥300 for elementary pupils. The peony garden is separate.
The shrine interior is normally closed for conservation: paid precinct access is not interior admission. This is Ueno Toshogu in Tokyo, not Nikko Toshogu. The photograph shows the shrine before its later restoration.
Tokugawa Ieyasu · Tokugawa Yoshimune · Tokugawa Yoshinobu
Founded in 1627, it received the Toshogu name in 1646. The surviving shrine building, Karamon gate and Sukibei fence were commissioned by Tokugawa Iemitsu in 1651 and are Important Cultural Properties.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Shrine buildings within the former castle grounds
- The moat and bridges
- Kenshin-related history
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short moat-side walk; excludes the Keishoden treasury, other museums, transport and queues.
Fee details
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
- Shrine buildings within the former castle grounds
- The moat and bridges
- Kenshin-related history
1-4-13 Marunouchi, Yonezawa, Yamagata
From JR Yonezawa Station, use a bus to Uesugi Jinja-mae (Uesugi Joshi-en), or allow around 10 minutes by car according to the shrine. Check the return bus timetable.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
30–50 min
Ordinary worship and a short moat-side walk; excludes the Keishoden treasury, other museums, transport and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceOfficial guidance: 06:00–17:00 April 1–October 31; 07:00–17:00 November 1–March 31. New Year has a special schedule.
Dated hours or seasonal information needs a fresh check. Confirm the latest official notice before visiting. Official site
The shrine lists goshuin service as 08:30–17:00. Check current notices for other staffed services and special days.
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
The neighbouring Matsugasaki Shrine is a separate shrine. At the October 2026 review, the official site reported repair work closing the southern Hishimon Bridge; follow the current approach signs.
Uesugi Kenshin
The shrine took its present form during the early Meiji period. After a fire in 1919, it was rebuilt in 1923 to a design by architect Ito Chuta.
- The three Hachiman-zukuri main sanctuaries
- The wooded upper approach
- The lower shrine worship area
Time scope
Ordinary worship at the upper and lower precincts; excludes station transport, museums, formal prayers, Mount Omoto hiking and queues.
Fee details
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
- The three Hachiman-zukuri main sanctuaries
- The wooded upper approach
- The lower shrine worship area
2859 Minamiusa, Usa, Oita
Oita tourism lists approximately 9 minutes by bus from JR Usa Station to Usa Hachiman. Allow extra walking time within the precinct and to the upper sanctuary.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
60–90 min
Ordinary worship at the upper and lower precincts; excludes station transport, museums, formal prayers, Mount Omoto hiking and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe current official FAQ lists 06:00–18:00. Special New Year arrangements may differ.
Formal prayers: 09:00–16:00. Ordinary amulet and goshuin counter hours could not be confirmed.
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
The local custom is two bows, four claps and one bow, with worship at both upper and lower shrines. The official FAQ describes a monorail but notes maintenance closures; confirm availability before depending on it for access.
Hachiman Okami (Emperor Ojin) · Hime Okami · Empress Jingu
The first sanctuary was established in 725 according to the official FAQ. The three main sanctuaries enshrine Hachiman, Hime Okami and Empress Jingu; their Hachiman-zukuri architecture is designated a National Treasure.
- Three-part Miwa torii
- Stone nade-ushi ox associated with well-being prayers
- Shrine architecture beside Sumida Park
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
Fee details
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
- Three-part Miwa torii
- Stone nade-ushi ox associated with well-being prayers
- Shrine architecture beside Sumida Park
1-4-5 Mukojima, Sumida-ku, Tokyo
Sumida’s tourism association gives about 5 minutes on foot from Honjo-Azumabashi Station or 7 minutes from Tokyo Skytree Station. Allow separate time for the river crossing or tower visit.
Representative point in the main shrine precinct, checked against GSI mapping; not a certified entrance or step-free route.
15–30 min
Ordinary worship and the main precinct walk; excludes travel to the shrine, formal prayers, exhibitions, queues and any mountain hike.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, route and crowds affect the time.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceReliable general opening and closing times were not confirmed. Visit in daylight and check directly if a particular service is essential.
Amulet, goshuin and formal-prayer reception hours were not confirmed from the checked primary/public sources.
A published general-entry fee was not confirmed in the checked sources. Offerings, formal prayers and amulets are separate. Check any exhibition charges before visiting.
The stone-ox custom expresses a traditional wish for well-being, not a medical benefit. Events and illuminations are seasonal. A shrine-operated website was not confirmed, so the official-information link leads to Sumida’s tourism association.
Susanoo no Mikoto · Ame no Hohi no Mikoto · Prince Sadatatsu
Sumida’s tourism association traces the shrine’s origin tradition to the ninth century. It describes a relocation to the present site in 1932 during park development. The shrine has long served the Honjo neighbourhood.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- The main shrine precinct
- Kagami-ike pond in Sakusame Forest
- Traditional relationship-prayer culture
Time scope
Ordinary worship and a short walk to Kagami-ike; excludes treasury visits, extended divination waiting, transport and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-admission charges were not confirmed. The official pond guidance lists divination paper at ¥100; a ¥10 or ¥100 coin is placed on it. Treasury admission is separate.
- The main shrine precinct
- Kagami-ike pond in Sakusame Forest
- Traditional relationship-prayer culture
227 Sakusa-cho, Matsue, Shimane
The shrine gives about 20 minutes by bus from JR Matsue Station’s stop 5, or about 15 minutes by car. Check the current Yaegaki Jinja service and return timetable.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
35–60 min
Ordinary worship and a short walk to Kagami-ike; excludes treasury visits, extended divination waiting, transport and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA fixed daily gate schedule was not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Visit in daylight and check current notices.
The shrine’s official notice gives counter hours of 09:00–17:00 and formal-prayer reception of 09:30–15:30. Check for special-day changes.
Ordinary-admission charges were not confirmed. The official pond guidance lists divination paper at ¥100; a ¥10 or ¥100 coin is placed on it. Treasury admission is separate.
Paper divination is a cultural custom, not a prediction or guarantee. Use the shrine’s designated paper and follow pond-side guidance. Allow extra time if you choose to watch the paper sink.
Susanoo no Mikoto · Inadahime no Mikoto · Onamuchi no Mikoto (Okuninushi) · Aohata Sakusahiko no Mikoto
Its origin story links Susanoo and Inadahime with the defeat of Yamata no Orochi and their marriage. This is a shrine tradition, not a dated historical account. The couple are the shrine’s principal kami.
- The wooded precinct and main shrine
- The foot of Mount Yahiko
Time scope
Ordinary worship and the principal wooded precinct; excludes mountain climbing, ropeway, treasury visits, station walk and queues.
Fee details
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
- The wooded precinct and main shrine
- The foot of Mount Yahiko
2887-2 Yahiko, Yahiko Village, Nishikanbara District, Niigata
The official access guide gives about 15 minutes on foot from JR Yahiko Station, around 1 km. The walk is additional to the precinct visit.
Representative point in the shrine precinct, checked on the GSI map. It is not a certified visitor entrance or a step-free route.
40–60 min
Ordinary worship and the principal wooded precinct; excludes mountain climbing, ropeway, treasury visits, station walk and queues.
A travel-planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, weather and queues can change it.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA fixed daily gate schedule was not confirmed in the reviewed official guidance. Visit in daylight and check current notices.
Amulets, shrine talismans and goshuin: 08:30–16:00 in the official guidance. These are counter hours, not a verified gate schedule.
An ordinary-admission price was not confirmed in the reviewed sources. Formal prayers, amulets and exhibitions are separate; check before visiting.
The shrine’s worship custom is two bows, four claps, then one bow. Follow local notices. Check permission requirements before organised or commercial photography. This is the Niigata shrine, not the similarly named shrine in Sapporo.
Amenokaguyama no Mikoto (Iyahiko Okami)
The shrine is mentioned in poems in the Manyoshu and in ninth-century records. Its much earlier foundation belongs to shrine tradition. The present main buildings were rebuilt in 1916 after a fire.
- Gion Festival heritage
- Main building dedicated to Susanoo and associated kami
- Okuninushi-sha’s relationship-prayer tradition
Time scope
A precinct visit including a few subsidiary shrines, excluding formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission: not confirmed in the official information reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
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Higashiyama, Kyoto
- Gion Festival heritage
- Main building dedicated to Susanoo and associated kami
- Okuninushi-sha’s relationship-prayer tradition
625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
About 5 minutes on foot from Keihan Gion-shijo Station or 8 minutes from Hankyu Kyoto-kawaramachi Station, according to the official guide.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
30–60 min
A precinct visit including a few subsidiary shrines, excluding formal prayers and queues.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceThe official access page states that shrine visits are possible 24 hours a day. Counter services have separate hours.
Shrine office reception: 09:00–17:00. Separate regular goshuin and amulet-counter hours could not be confirmed from the official pages reviewed.
Ordinary-visit admission: not confirmed in the official information reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
If you want a goshuin (a shrine seal) or an omamori (an amulet), plan a daytime visit and confirm the counter hours. The 24-hour grounds access does not establish overnight counter service. For relationship prayers, the relevant stop is Okuninushi-sha within the precinct; its kami are distinct from those of the main shrine.
Susanoo no Mikoto · Kushinadahime no Mikoto · Yahashira no Mikogami (eight child kami)
The shrine records two origin traditions, one dating to 656 and another to 876. The Gion Festival traces its origins to prayers during an epidemic in 869. These accounts are presented as shrine traditions, not a single certain founding date.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- The four main sanctuaries
- Daigengu’s distinctive exterior
- Subsidiary shrines linked to food and sweets
Time scope
Ordinary worship and selected nearby subsidiary precincts; excludes internal special openings, a full Yoshidayama walk, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
Fee details
The official site lists free admission. Formal prayers and amulets are separate.
- The four main sanctuaries
- Daigengu’s distinctive exterior
- Subsidiary shrines linked to food and sweets
30 Yoshida Kaguraokacho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto
Official access gives about 20 minutes on foot from Keihan Demachiyanagi or about 5 minutes from the Kyodai Seimon-mae city-bus stop.
Representative shrine-precinct point from the cited place map; not a verified visitor entrance.
35–60 min
Ordinary worship and selected nearby subsidiary precincts; excludes internal special openings, a full Yoshidayama walk, formal prayers, queues and station travel.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceKyoto Prefecture tourism lists the precinct as freely visitable, without a precise gate schedule. This does not establish round-the-clock access or daily entry inside Daigengu.
Formal-prayer reception 09:00–16:30; the office closes at 17:00. Separate amulet and goshuin reception cutoffs were not confirmed.
The official site lists free admission. Formal prayers and amulets are separate.
Some approaches involve steps or slopes. The official guide limits Daigengu inner-precinct visits to January 1–3, Setsubun and the first day of each month, normally about 08:00–16:00. Check current notices; ordinary visits are from the middle gate.
Takemikazuchi no Mikoto · Ihainushi no Mikoto · Amenokoyane no Mikoto · Himegami
The official account dates its foundation to 859 by Fujiwara no Yamakage, with kami brought from Kasuga. The shrine later became associated with Yoshida Shinto and its founder Yoshida Kanetomo.
Details checked 2026-10-08
- Tenjin prayer traditions for learning
- Plum trees and ema prayer plaques
- Cypress shrine building completed in 1995
Time scope
A precinct visit, excluding the Treasure Museum, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
Ordinary-visit admission: not confirmed in the official information reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
- Tenjin prayer traditions for learning
- Plum trees and ema prayer plaques
- Cypress shrine building completed in 1995
3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
From Yushima Station exit 3, the official guide offers a stair route and a route via Tenjin-shita intersection and the Kasuga-dori slope. The latter avoids stairs but still has an incline; allow extra time. Do not assume both routes take the same time.
Representative shrine / precinct location; not a verified visitor entrance
20–40 min
A precinct visit, excluding the Treasure Museum, formal prayers and queues.
Allow extra time for crowds and walking at your own pace.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceGrounds: 06:00–20:00. Formal-prayer and counter hours are shorter.
Amulet window right of the main building: 09:00–17:00; shrine office to the left: 09:00–19:30. Goshuin reception 09:00–19:00, with direct writing in books until 17:00. Formal prayers 09:00–16:30.
Ordinary-visit admission: not confirmed in the official information reviewed. Offerings, amulets and formal prayers are separate.
For a goshuin written directly in your book, arrive before 17:00 with time to spare. The stair-free approach uses a slope; it is not a promise of complete step-free access throughout the precinct.
Ame no Tajikarao no Mikoto · Sugawara no Michizane (Tenjin)
Shrine tradition traces its founding to 458, with Ame no Tajikarao no Mikoto enshrined. Sugawara no Michizane was added in 1355; the present shrine building dates to 1995.
Details checked 2026-10-07
- The colourful elevated main hall
- The lower precinct and gate
- Myobusha near the main worship area
Time scope
Ordinary worship at the main precinct and Myobusha; excludes the closed Oku-no-in approach, transport, museum, garden, formal prayers and queues.
Fee details
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
- The colourful elevated main hall
- The lower precinct and gate
- Myobusha near the main worship area
Furueda, Kashima, Saga
The official access page gives about 10 minutes by bus or taxi from JR Hizen-Kashima Station. Precinct walking time is separate.
Representative point by the main precinct or approach, checked on GSI; not a certified visitor entrance or step-free route.
40–60 min
Ordinary worship at the main precinct and Myobusha; excludes the closed Oku-no-in approach, transport, museum, garden, formal prayers and queues.
A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Traditional prayer associations; check the context and any subsidiary-shrine notes below.
Prayer sourceA complete ordinary gate timetable was not confirmed from the official pages reviewed. Check the latest notice before an early or late visit.
Ordinary amulet, goshuin and formal prayer reception hours could not be confirmed from the pages reviewed; contact the shrine if these are essential to your visit.
An explicit ordinary-worship admission fee could not be confirmed from the sources reviewed. Check separately for museums, formal prayers and other paid services.
The September 27, 2026 announcement closes the Oku-no-in approach following storm damage to trees, railings and torii. Myobusha remains open according to that notice. Check for a reopening announcement before attempting the hill path.
Ukanomitama no Okami · Omiyanome no Okami · Sarutahiko no Okami
Founded in 1687 by Kazan-in Manko, the wife of Nabeshima Naotomo. The official shrine history names Ukanomitama, Omiyanome and Sarutahiko as its enshrined kami.
Details checked 2026-10-08