The oldest Shinto shrine building in Japan, surrounded by a solemn atmosphere [Ujigami Jinja]

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2022.12.8

Surrounded by a solemn atmosphere at the oldest shrine building [Ujigami Shrine]

Ujigami Shrine is registered as a World Heritage site. When you pass through the torii gate and face the shrine at the foot of Mount Butsutoku, it is as if you are face-to-face with the gods. The main hall, a national treasure, is the oldest existing shrine building, and the hall of worship is also the oldest shinden-zukuri. The main hall, said to have been built in the late Heian period (794-1185), is in the nagare-zukuri style. The three inner buildings are unbalanced in size and spacing, and are said to be a mystery of Ujigami Shrine.

Rabbit papier-mache fortune (white, pink, yellow, green)

In the past, "Uji" was called "Uji," or "rabbit road," and the awarding office is lined with colorful and cute rabbit fortunes. The shrine is also known for awarding colorful red seals according to the season.

Ujigami Shrine

shrine honouring war dead
59 Uji Yamada, Uji City, Kyoto, Japan
10 minutes walk from "Uji" station of Keihan
Tel. 0774-21-4634
Free worship in the precincts
(Closing time of the gate: 16:30 / Company office: 9:00-16:15)
No parking
https://ujikamijinja.amebaownd.com/

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