Shinto shrineNara

Kashihara Jingū

橿原神宮

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Kashihara Jingū was established on April 2, 1890. Emperor Meiji provided buildings from the Kyoto Imperial Palace for its sanctuary and worship hall.

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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

Main Sanctuary
The sanctuary enshrines Emperor Jimmu and his empress.
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Offering Hall
Offerings and ritual prayers are presented here.
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Inner Worship Hall
Major shrine ceremonies take place in this hall.
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Outer Worship Hall
Visitors worship from the outer hall.
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Kagura Hall
Kagura Hall forms part of the shrine precinct.
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Assembly Hall
The building receives prayer and wedding requests.
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Nagayama Inari Shrine
Nagayama Inari is a shrine within the precinct.
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Fukada Pond
Fukada Pond occupies the southern precinct.
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North Sacred Gate
The northern gate opens onto the shrine court.
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South Sacred Gate
The southern gate opens onto the shrine court.
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Prayer Hall
The prayer hall stands within the precinct.
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Bunkaden
Bunkaden is one of the precinct’s historic buildings.
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Check before you go

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

In October and November, the shrine gates open at 06:30 and close at 17:30. Other months and the New Year period have separate schedules.

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