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Shimogamo Shrine
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Shimogamo Shrine

賀茂御祖神社

Address
京都市左京区下鴨泉川町59
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History

The Kamo Saiin institution began in 810 and continued for about four centuries.

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Timeline

Founding, rebuilding, and milestones across the centuries.

  1. 810

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Explore the grounds

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

  1. West Main Sanctuary

    Main sanctuary dedicated to Kamo Taketsunumi-no-Mikoto.

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  2. East Main Sanctuary

    Main sanctuary dedicated to Tamayorihime-no-Mikoto.

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  3. Rōmon Gate

    Gate used by festival processions leaving the main shrine court.

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  4. Dance Hall

    Ritual hall used for festival ceremonies and tea offerings.

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  5. Bridge Hall

    Hall used for traditional music during the moon-viewing festival.

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  6. Sacred Kitchen

    Former divine kitchen displaying offerings prepared for the deities.

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  7. Mitarashi Shrine

    Shrine above a well, dedicated to Seoritsuhime-no-Mikoto.

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  8. Mitarashi Pond

    Pond used for Saiōdai purification and the summer foot-bathing ritual.

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  9. Aioi Shrine

    Subsidiary shrine dedicated to Kamimusubi, associated with forming relationships.

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  10. Sawata Shrine

    Shrine dedicated to Kantama-no-Mikoto, associated with ball sports.

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  11. Saiō Spirit Shrine

    Shrine honoring the spirits of successive Saiō priestesses.

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  12. Aoi Garden

    Garden cultivating the futaba-aoi leaves used in the Aoi Festival.

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  13. Sazare Stone

    Stone identified by the shrine with the imagery of Japan’s national anthem.

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  14. Raiden Prayer Hall

    Hall receiving prayers for family occasions, safe childbirth and protection.

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  15. Innō Shrine

    Subsidiary shrine dedicated to Inji Ōkami and Ukanomitama.

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Visiting information

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

Opening hours

The rōmon gate opens 06:30–17:00.

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Sources アクセス・境内マップ | 下鴨神社 | 賀茂御祖神社（かもみおやじんじゃ）

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