Shrines and Temples in Japan

Japan’s shrines and temples embody centuries of spiritual tradition, cultural heritage, and architectural craftsmanship. From famous sacred sites to peaceful local temples, these destinations offer a deep connection to Japan’s religious history and serene atmosphere. Explore iconic landmarks as well as hidden spiritual spots throughout the country.

「Shrine/Temple」Tourist Attractions

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Futami Okitama Shrine

Futami Okitama Shrine is a shrine dedicated to Sarutahiko no Okami, with the iconic夫妻岩 (Meoto Iwa, or Husband and Wife Rocks) towering in the sea near the main building. ...

Shiga

Oumi Shrine

Omi Shrine is a shrine dedicated to Emperor Tenchi, located at the site of the ancient capital of Omi Otsu Palace, where Emperor Tenchi established his court. He is known fo...

Nara

Kōfuku-ji

Kōfuku-ji is the head temple of the Hossō sect located in Nara City. It was moved from Asuka to Heijōkyō in the 3rd year of Wadō (710) by Fujiwara no Fuhito and was renamed ...

Nara

Kasukadai Shrine

Kasuga-taisha Shrine was established in the second year of Jingo-Keiun (768) and the current shrine buildings were completed in the early Heian period in 794. It flourished ...

Kyoto

Ryoan-ji

Ryōan-ji is a Zen temple of the Rinzai school located in the Ukyo-ku district of Kyoto, founded in 1450 by Hosokawa Katsumoto during the Muromachi period. Its world-famous h...

Nara

Tōshōdaiji

Tōshōdai-ji is a temple founded by the Tang dynasty monk Jianzhen in the Nara period, established in 759 (the 3rd year of Tenpyō Hōji) at the former residence of Prince Shin...

Wakayama

Kumano Hongu Taisha

Kumano Hongu Taisha is one of the Kumano Sanzan (Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Nachi Taisha, and Kumano Hayatama Taisha) and serves as the head shrine of all Kumano shrines ac...

Yamaguchi

Rurikouji

Rurikōji Temple is a historic temple located in Yamaguchi City, founded in the third year of the Bunmei era (1471) by the wife of Takuhōbō to honor her husband's memory. It ...

Yamaguchi

Hofu Tenman-gu

Bōfu Tenmangū is the first Tenmangū shrine in Japan, founded in 904, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane. It is one of the three major Tenjin shrines in Japan, alongside Kita...

Tokushima

Daichibanfudashoryozenji

The first temple on the Shikoku pilgrimage, Ryozenji Temple, was founded about 1300 years ago by the monk Gyoki, upon the imperial request of Emperor Shomu. It became the fi...

Ehime

Kumano San Ishiteji

Ishiteji Temple is the 51st temple of the Shikoku 88 Temple Pilgrimage, located near Dogo Onsen. It features important cultural properties including the National Treasure Ni...

Kumamoto

Aso Shrine

Aso Shrine, located in Aso City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is the head shrine of approximately 500 shrines across Japan and has a history of over 2,500 years. The deities enshrin...

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