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Mikane Shrine

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Visit Mikane Shrine in Kyoto for financial blessings, a golden torii gate, and a unique cultural experience dedicated to wealth and prosperity.

Mikane Shrine, nestled in Kyoto's Nakagyo Ward, is a unique Shinto shrine dedicated to financial prosperity. Known for its striking golden torii gate and association with Kanayamahiko-no-Kami, the deity of metal, it attracts visitors seeking blessings for wealth, business success, and luck in financial endeavors.

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Opening hours

  • Every day10 am–4 pm

Opening hours as listed on the venue’s Google Business Profile. Hours can change for services and special events, so check with the venue before you go.

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614 Oshinishitoincho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, 604-0042
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Getting there

Public Transport

From Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Subway Line to Karasuma Oike Station or the Tozai Line to Nijojo-mae Station. From Karasuma Oike Station (Exit 2) or Nijojo-mae Station (Exit 2), walk west or east respectively for about 5 minutes to reach the shrine. A single subway fare costs between ¥220-350 for adults. Alternatively, several city buses stop near the shrine, such as Nijojo-mae, Horikawa Oike, and Shinmachi Oike. From these stops, the shrine is about a 3-5 minute walk. A single bus fare is ¥230 for adults within the central area.

Taxi

From Kyoto Station, a taxi ride to Mikane Shrine takes approximately 15 minutes. The estimated fare is around ¥2,090. Taxis are readily available at Kyoto Station. Note that traffic conditions may affect travel time and cost.

Walking

From Nijo Castle, walk north-east for approximately 10 minutes to reach Mikane Shrine. Head east from the Nijo Castle exit and turn north onto Nishinotoin-dori Street. The shrine will be on your left. There are no costs associated with walking.

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Mikane Shrine, located in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto, is a Shinto shrine with a focus on financial blessings. Founded in 1883, it was originally a private place of worship dedicated to Kanayamahiko-no-Kami, a deity associated with gold and metals. The shrine's location is historically significant, as the surrounding area was once home to Kinza and Ginza, official minting stations of the Edo shogunate.Over time, the shrine's focus shifted from metals to financial wealth, attracting visitors seeking blessings for increased wealth, business prosperity, and success in investments. The shrine is known for its golden torii gate, which stands out in the urban landscape. Visitors can purify their coins at the Chozuya before making offerings. The shrine also features ginkgo leaf-shaped wooden plaques (ema) filled with wishes related to money and assets.Mikane Shrine enshrines three deities: Kanayamahiko-no-Mikoto, Amaterasu-Omikami, and Tsukiyomi-no-Mikoto. Kanayamahiko-no-Mikoto is the main deity, providing protection for metals, mines, and minerals. Visitors come to the shrine to pray for financial success, business growth, and luck in lotteries and investments. The shrine is open to worshippers 24 hours a day, with the shrine office open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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