Izumo Grand Shrine, Chugoku, Japan

4.5 (2.139 reviews) Sunday: 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Spent Ranking #1 in Chugoku Religious Sites

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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.
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Address

195 Taishacho Kizukihigashi, Izumo 699-0701 Shimane Prefecture

Mobile

+81 853-53-3100

Website

http://www.izumooyashiro.or.jp/

Working hours

Monday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday : 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Current local date and time now

Sunday, May 12, 2024, 20:45

User Ratings

4.5 based on (2.139 reviews)

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58%
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34%
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6%
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1%
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Reviews

  • 5HotRodHeart 5:00 PM Aug 6, 2020
    Historic shrine, and power spot
    Being one of the oldest and most revered shrine in Japan, you will feel the history of the place as you walk to the shrine and around. Look at the Japanese people to avoid little mistakes, like walking on the path reserved for the gods, etc... It's super countryside, so shops and restaurants close very early, and transportation is scarce. So plan ahead. English is not widespread neither. If you have a chance, follow the way toward the sea from the shrine (the one used for the annual event) , and enjoy a breathtaking sunset ;)
  • 5Zimminaroundtheworld 5:00 PM Oct 22, 2020
    Incredible Complex
    I visited Shimane Prefecture mainly to see the Izumo Taisha Shrine and it was incredible. I visited over a weekend and it was pretty crowded. There is free parking nearby. The walk from the parking lot to the shrine is not to far but most of it is through a nice park. Once at the Shrine, I was amazed by the whole complex, everything was massive and very nicely kept up. This is considered one of the great Shrines of Japan. I suggest at least one to two hours here, then afterwards can stroll down the street outside the complex and visit some of the shops and restaurants. Overall, the Izumo Taisha Shrine is fascinating and well worth visiting.

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