4.5Itsukushima Shrine(3.510 reviews) - 1 of the 3 iconic Japan not to miss Sunday: 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Historic Sites • Religious Sites
The famous shrine built on stilts with its torii gate set in the sea.See more..
4.5Izumo Grand Shrine(2.139 reviews) - Bow Bow Clap Clap Clap Clap Bow Sunday: 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Religious Sites
The majesty of the shrine and the serenity of the areas around the shrine is overwhelming. Being one of the oldest shrines in Japan, visiting this shrine will give an ancient Japan feels. Knowing the story of Ōkuninushi will spark interest in your visit. Onto practical things, you can pray for your present or future partner by making four claps instead of the usual two.See more..
4.0Senkoji & Senkoji Park(686 reviews) - Top site in Onomichi Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Parks • Religious Sites
I went here in both the summer and the spring. Spring is by far the nicer time to visit with the cherry blossoms in bloom. In the summer it can be quite hot so I would recommend the rope-way because the climb is quite steep. Its a great place to look around and the view is quite nice. For those that use the Shinkansen, the park is near Onomichi station and not Shin-Onomichi station. Its about 2 miles (4 km) from the shinkansen. So you will need to take a taxi to get to the park from the Shinkansen. The easiest solution is to get off the Shinkansen in Mihara and change trains to the local train that goes to Onomichi station.See more..
4.5Daishoin Temple(601 reviews) - Serene and happy! Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Religious Sites
It was so happy seeing this statues lining up with cute little knitted bonnets on each and everyone of them. You will feel happy just walking pass each of them. The view was actually from the top but you need to get pass 1 of the small temple which led to a small staircase to head down.See more..
4.5Itsukushima Shrine Torii(542 reviews) - What a famous site Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
As we arrived on the island by ferry the first thing you see is the magnificent red Tori Gate. When we got here the tide was out so you can walk right up to this amazing wooden icon of Japan. When you stand beside it the sheer size of it strikes home , made from huge trunks of the camphor tree that apparently last indefinitely. Later in the day the tide came in and then like the shrine it appears to be floating in the ocean. When in Japan this is a sight you must experienceSee more..
4.0Tomo no Ura(473 reviews) - Lovely and Scenic Village Religious Sites
I stopped in Tomonoura before venturing on toward Fukuyama. I fell in love with this town, it might be one of my favorite small villages in Japan. Driving was a little intense as the streets were small alley ways but there is parking within town. Walking around town was lovely, it was peaceful and authentic. Walk the street on the outer side of town, you get amazing views of the sea and nearby islands. There are quite a few temples in town worth seeing, but I just recommend walking around for an hour or so just to enjoy this quaint little village.See more..
4.0Motonosumi Shrine(453 reviews) - Photogenic Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
Motonosumi Shrine is now a main tourist attraction in Nagato area, but it became popular only recently. Its picturesque Torii gates were propagated widely through SNS, and thanks to that tourists come from all over the world. If you go there, you need a car. The nearest JR station is Nagato Furuichi, but if you walk from the station, it takes at least one hour (one way). Taxi is hard to find. Or, you should make a reservation in advance. I suppose that it may cost about $30~40 one way. So, hiring a taxi for a whole day is another option, if you are a party of three or four. See more..
4.5Yaegaki Shrine(447 reviews) - Relationship Shrine Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Religious Sites
Famous for relationships (marriage) and its Japanese legends background. A beautiful holy place. There’re penis statue.See more..
4.5Kibitsu Shrine(380 reviews) - Beautiful Shrine and Area Sunday: 5:00 AM - 6:00 PM Religious Sites
I visited the Kibitsu Shrine on my way to Okayama and was very impressed by this shrine. The shrine was massive and beautiful. There are huge parking lots that are free here. After parking I recommend walking to the main temple area, then the covered walkway, then cross the street to visit the other shrines and gardens in the small town. The whole area is well designed and beautiful. I was here on a Friday morning and it was not very crowded felt like I had the place to myself. The shrine is well protected and they take very good care of the property. I think this shrine is a must if in the area.See more..
4.0Shoin Shrine(359 reviews) - Interesting piece of modernization history Religious Sites
This shrine is dedicated to one of the very early reformers in the mid 19th century. After the arrival of Perry's fleet forcing the opening of Japan some people with foresight wanted to go to Western countries to study and to reform the country but the Shogun would have none of it and Yoshida Shoin paid the ultimate price. It is touching to see the (preserved) first school in this part of Japan and how diligent the early reformers set upon their work. It is absolutely worth a visit. See more..
4.0Akama Shrine(329 reviews) - Akama Shrine is for the young Emperor Antoku who passed away in the Kanmon Strait in 1185. Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Religious Sites
Akama Shrine is for the young Emperor Antoku who passed away in the Kanmon Strait in 1185. There was the final battle here in the Kanmon Strait between the Genji clan and the Heike clan. Then, the Genji clan started the Samurai warriors days which ended in 1868, when the Choshu people succeeded to topple down the Tokugawa bakufu after they fought with the samurai warriors in 1866,etc. 日本語を加えないと投稿できない仕組みになっていますが、おかしいです！日本語も英語も投稿可能言語のはずですが。。。See more..
4.0Hinomisaki Shrine(269 reviews) - Japan tour Sunday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM Religious Sites
Hinomisaki shrine is one of the oldest shimane shrine . . Calmness here. Nice view of this red shrine, great peaceful . See more..
4.0Hakuto Shrine(250 reviews) - Definitely visit this place Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Religious Sites
Hakuto Shrine was the setting of the myth of the White Rabbit of Inaba, mentioned in Japan’s traditional creation myth, the Kojiki. Legend holds that the powers of the shrine offered relief from burns and other skin conditions. Mitarashi Pond Along the roadside of the grounds is the Mitarashi Pond, where the White Rabbit of Inaba was said to have washed his wounds and taken healing. The waters remain level, never swelling or declining, throughout the year. Myth of the White Rabbit of Inaba In what is considered Japan’s first love story, the White Rabbit was the matchmaker for King Ookuni and Princess Hachigami. In more recent times, fittingly as this story’s birthplace, Hakuto was designated as ‘the holy ground for lovers’ in 2010.See more..
4.0Tamatsukuriyu Shrine(227 reviews) - An interesting shrine in beautiful Tamatsukuri Onsen Religious Sites
It's not a huge shrine but it's right in Tamatsukuri Onsen so it was nice to go down and have a look at it. Very peaceful there.See more..
4.5Miho Shrine(222 reviews) - Historically significant shrine, charming area Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
Miho Shrine is a shrine located in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture. In the company, the former company name is 中 中. It is the total head office of over thirty thousand Ebisu companies. In addition to the prosperous god of business, the god of fishing and shipping, and the god of insect repellents in the field gather faith. In addition, there are many dedication of musical instruments as a god of "fowls".See more..
4.0Achi Shrine(218 reviews) - Peaceful visit with view of Kurashiki Religious Sites
High up in the hill overlooking Kurashiki, this Shrine is beautiful and quiet. We went in the evening near sunset. Explore the garden path going up or down the hill. A long staircase also can be used to get up here. See more..
4.5Mitokusan Sanbutuji Temple(201 reviews) - You can have a great experience! Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Religious Sites
On Father's Day 2013 We went to Mount Mitoku. Father and mother was almost 60s. But,they were very healthy and active. So we hiked. First, Our footware was checked. Because this Mt. is steep and slippery. My father was down at the heel. He was warned by a staff, but he did not need to change his footware. Mt.Mitoku have a broad visual field and a great view and many fun ways. For example, we shin up root of a tree and use chain handrails. Essentially,Mt.mitoku is a religious training place. You should not step into carelessly. But if you understand faith, you can have a great experience. Above all, I was impressed that we were able to approach to the temple that had been looked pretty small from the bottom. I want to hike here many times.See more..
4.5Taikodani Inari Shrine(193 reviews) - Taikodani Inari jinja Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Religious Sites
It's a majestic, serene place. Not as spacious as Izumo Taisha, but certainly also a religious power spot. It's very easy to access from Tsuwano JR Station. Just a 10 - 15 minute stroll. I came from Kokura Station, rode the Nozomi shinkansen to Shin Yamaguchi station ( about 20 minutes). Then I rode the Super Oki Limited Express to Tsuwano station. Another 1 hour and 5 minutes. My JR West Hiroshima-Yamaguchi Area pass gave me free access to all the trains.See more..
4.5Susa Shrine(165 reviews) - Not too crowded, quiet charming area Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Religious Sites
Lots of greenery to enjoy even in winter, with a pleasant stream running next to it. Didn't stop for lunch, but the immediate neighborhood looked like a good place to find something with local character.See more..
4.0Kibitsuhiko Shrine(160 reviews) - One of the famous shrine at Kibi District Religious Sites
This very old shrine also know as Mototaro Shrine, a very famous shrine at old Kibi District. The shrine is just located not far from JR Bizen-Ichinomiya Station. You can also rent a bicycle here for easy and comfortable sightseeing See more..
4.5Kamosu Shrine(147 reviews) - Larger than life Religious Sites
Who says everything is small in Japan. This shire is one of the biggest in the country. A must see if you are in the Matsue/Izumo area.See more..
4.5Mitaki Temple(142 reviews) - Wow, Absolutely Beautiful Area Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Religious Sites
A friend of mine mentioned the Mitaki Temple near Hiroshima. I decided to walk here from downtown, only about 4 km or 2 miles. The temple area is pretty easy to find, there is a parking area here as well. I've been in Japan a year now and this might be one of the prettiest temples I've seen. The whole complex is just breathtaking. The Pagoda is pretty, but keep walking the trail and you will see shrines, statues, monuments, and other structures. The most impressive part was how the temples and nature co-exist. They built a lot of the structures in the side of the hills and this time of year (summer) it is wonderful. I can't wait to come back here in the fall to see it again.See more..
This is a very old historical place mixes with Shinto and Buddhist culture and design. Originally called the Great Chimyo Gongen Shrine, the current name given when Buddhism and Shinto were separate during the Meiji Restoration. The inner temple was the move from the main shrine at the foot of Mt.Daisen. The The main building moved here during the Edo Period. In winter, This place is so wonderful. Everywhere cover with a clean white snow. Really classic and beautiful. If you are the one who love history and natural. This is one of the greatest places you must visit. :) See more..
A bit off the beaten path for most tourists, but an important site for locals. There is a lot of history in this area!See more..
4.0Daisen-ji Temple(95 reviews) - Snow-covered temple Sunday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites
Oyama Temple reaches 1300 years after the mountain was opened. The main hall which was hit by the three-year and four-year fire of Showa was rebuilt in Showa 26. Even now, there are many treasures left, such as Yamauchi Temple Jukain, important cultural property Amidado and Tokusansonson, and as a temple of so-called 'Tandai', it is a famous place of so-called 'San-in'. Reverence as a temple where you can meet your ancestors.See more..
4.0Kozanji Temple(93 reviews) - kihe-tai Sunday: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM Religious Sites
One of the places that became "Turning point" of Japan. 1860s, Yamaguchi Prefecture is one of the places that have been attacked by a foreign power. Therefore, it was necessary to fix the "troops" as soon as possible. And it was necessary to govern the civil war. This temple is a place that became a garrison of "kihe-tai". Army that tries to protect Japan beyond the status distinctions. There is a statue of the commander "Takasugi Shinsaku". Historically, it is a very famous place, but it is a beautiful temple full of nature even more.See more..
Kumano Nachi Taisha is one of the three Kumano shrines, situated a few kilometers inland from the coastal hot spring resort of Katsuura. The shrine is part of a large complex of neighboring religious sites that exemplify the fusion of Buddhist and Shinto influences that is particular to the Kumano region. The site has the tallest waterfall in Japan. It is the place where Japan was geographically and spiritually born.See more..
4.0Kamochiji Shrine(53 reviews) - ココ行って我が家の金運UPしました！ Religious Sites
