Shinto shrineShiga

Hiyoshi Taisha

日吉大社

Collectible stamp

An original digital stamp by emonster for your Temple Quest collection.

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Temple Quest collectible artwork, separate from official goshuin.

Saicho’s adoption of Hiyoshi’s deity as a Tendai protector helped spread Sanno worship throughout Japan.

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An illustrated overview of the grounds. Match the numbers to the landmarks below.

Illustration © emonsterIllustrated map for orientation. Access and paths may change; follow signs at the site.

Landmarks on this map

West Main Shrine
Dedicated to Onamuchi-no-Kami.
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East Main Shrine
Dedicated to Oyamakui-no-Kami.
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Usa Shrine
Dedicated to Tagorihime-no-Kami.
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Shirayama Shrine
Dedicated to Kukurihime-no-Kami.
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Juge Shrine
Dedicated to Kamo-Tamayorihime-no-Kami.
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Sacred Monkey House
Monkeys are honoured as the shrine’s divine messengers.
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Check before you go

Hours, admission and access can change. Confirm current details with the site before travelling.

The east and west main shrine gates open 06:00–16:00 April–September and 07:00–16:00 October–March.

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Garden entry contributions are¥500 for adults and¥300 for middle/high-school students; primary-school age and younger enter free.

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