Ishi no Torii
One of the three great torii of Japan. It was the place for nissokan, meditation on the sun setting in the west.
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One of the three great torii of Japan. It was the place for nissokan, meditation on the sun setting in the west.
It claims to be the oldest Hachimangu in Japan, and adjoins the tomb of Emperor Ojin.
The shrine into which the danjiri floats are hauled. Known for yarimawashi, taking the corners at full speed.
Held to be the oldest shrine in Osaka, with a distinctive main hall in the ikukunitama style.
The setting of Chikamatsu Monzaemon's Love Suicides at Sonezaki. Lovers come here without pause.
Said to hear one wish in a lifetime. One of the seven shrines of Shitennoji.
The Toyotomi family worshipped here. Craftsmen who made magatama beads lived in this district.
The god of boils and swellings. There is no end to the people walking the hundred prayer circuits.
Called Moto-Kasuga: the deity of Kasuga Taisha in Nara was invited from here.
It worships the North Star. The Ichikawa Danjuro line of kabuki actors were devotees.
BEFORE EXPLORING JAPAN · Getting to know Japanese culture
Two places you will come across on your trip. A shrine enshrines the kami of Shinto; a temple is a place to face the teachings of Buddhism and the Buddhas. Their entrances and the etiquette for visiting also differ.
A shrine honors Shinto kami; a temple follows Buddhist teachings. Learn how to recognize each place and visit respectfully.
Follow the guidance of each shrine or temple for the actual etiquette.