Top 10 Shrines
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Ise Grand Shrine (Ise Jingu) - The most sacred Shinto shrine, consisting of two main shrines, Geku and Naiku, dedicated to Amaterasu, the sun goddess.
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Meiji Shrine (Meiji Jingu) - Located in Tokyo, this shrine is dedicated to Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. It offers a serene oasis within the bustling city.
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Fushimi Inari Taisha - Famous for its thousands of vibrant torii gates, this shrine in Kyoto is dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice and prosperity.
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Kiyomizu-dera - While primarily a Buddhist temple, Kiyomizu-dera in Kyoto also has a shrine within its grounds. Its wooden stage offers panoramic views of the city.
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Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima) - Known for its "floating" torii gate, this shrine on Miyajima Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a marvel of architectural beauty.
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Shimogamo Shrine (Kamigamo Shrine) - One of Kyoto's oldest shrines, it's part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto."
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Izumo Taisha - Located in Shimane, Izumo Taisha is one of the oldest and most important shrines in Japan. Origins of the first shrine remain a mystery. The current shrine, a national treasure, was built in 1744. The deity is Okuninushi-no-Kami, who cultivated and built Japan. The virtues are romance & marriage, relationship, medicine, agriculture and many others.
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Kamakura's Tsurugaoka Hachimangu - A significant shrine in Kamakura, near Tokyo, known for its grand approach, historic significance, and seasonal festivals.
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Nikko Toshogu Shrine - This intricate shrine complex in Nikko is dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the founder of the Tokugawa shogunate.
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Atsuta Shrine - Located in Nagoya, this shrine is home to the sacred sword Kusanagi no Tsurugi, one of the three Imperial Regalia of Japan.
These shrines offer not only spiritual experiences but also insights into Japan's rich cultural heritage and architectural prowess. Each one holds a special place in the country's history and is a testament to its reverence for tradition.
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