Omi Jingu Travel Guide

Free Guide: Discover Omi Jingu in Otsu: A vibrant shrine honoring Emperor Tenji, famed for its architecture, clock museum, and connection to the Karuta card game.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play Download the Free PDF guide
Omi Jingu

A brief summary of Omi Jingu

Discover Omi Jingu in Otsu: A vibrant shrine honoring Emperor Tenji, famed for its architecture, clock museum, and connection to the Karuta card game.

Omi Jingu Shrine in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, is dedicated to Emperor Tenji and was built in 1940 to commemorate 2600 years since the first emperor's reign. Known for its striking vermilion buildings and connection to the card game Karuta, it offers a serene and culturally rich experience.

4.3 Very good · 3,861 Google reviews
Plan your visit

Opening hours

  • Every day9 am–4:30 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.

Address
1-1 Jingucho, Otsu, Shiga 520-0015
Phone
Website

Getting there

Public Transport

From Kyoto Station, take the JR Kosei Line to JR Otsukyo Station (2 stops, 11 minutes, ¥200-240). From there, it's a 20-minute walk to Omi Jingu. Alternatively, transfer to the Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line at Ojiyama Station and ride one stop to Omi Jingu-mae Station, followed by a 10-minute walk to the shrine. Another option from Kyoto city center is to take the Tozai Subway Line from Sanjo Keihan Station to Keihan Hamaotsu Station (23 minutes, ¥430), then transfer to the Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line to Omi Jingu-mae Station.

Walking

From Keihan Omi Jingu-mae Station, it is approximately a 10-minute walk to Omi Jingu. Exit the station and follow the signs towards the shrine. The path leads through a residential area and then into a wooded area as you approach the shrine grounds.

Car

From the Meishin Expressway, take the Kyoto-Higashi Interchange and drive for 10 minutes to Omi Jingu. Parking is available at the shrine, with fees of ¥500 during peak seasons (e.g., New Year).

Discover more about Omi Jingu

Overview

Omi Jingu, located in Otsu, Shiga Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine constructed in 1940 to honor Emperor Tenji. Emperor Tenji is known for moving the capital to Otsu in 667 and for his contributions to establishing Japan's first water clock system. The shrine's construction was part of a movement to celebrate Japan's imperial past.The shrine's architecture exemplifies Showa-period shrine design, featuring brightly painted vermilion buildings and torii gates. The grounds include the Ichi-no-Torii (First Gate), Ni-no-Torii (Second Gate), and the Romon, the main entrance gate. The Omi Jingu Clock Museum houses a collection of clocks, watches, and historical timepieces.Omi Jingu is also famous for its connection to Karuta, a traditional Japanese card game. The annual All-Japan Karuta championships are held here, and the shrine is considered a sacred place for Karuta enthusiasts. Traditional horseback archery is performed annually on the first Sunday in June. Visitors can rent kimono and hakama based on the Chihayafuru manga series.

Evendo Review Centre

Reviews from Google
By star rating

Guest reviews

Explore Omi Jingu on the map

A handpicked selection of must-see spots near Omi Jingu, mapped for you.

Get your free copy of our complete guide to Omi Jingu, delivered straight to you.

Everything on this page, from opening hours and how to get there to Eve’s tips and the best time to go, in one PDF you can read offline, print or share.

Already have an account? Sign in

By clicking Create account, you accept the Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Unlock the best of Omi Jingu

Skip-the-line tickets, guided tours with entry, and walking tours of the area, booked in a few clicks.

See all tours and tickets

Other nearby places you may find interesting

The closest places of the same kind, if this one is not quite what you had in mind.

More to explore near Omi Jingu

Do you manage this location?

Take control to get all the benefits, like improved information, better appearance, and stronger visibility across AI-powered discovery.

Activate your presence Learn more about listing your business on Evendo

Explore more

Omi
More of the region

Explore more of Omi

Discover Omi, where serene lakes, historic castles, and delectable cuisine come together to offer an authentic and unforgettable Japanese experience.

Explore Omi
Japan
More of the country

Explore more of Japan

Discover the harmony of tradition and modernity in Japan, where ancient temples and cutting-edge technology coexist in perfect balance.

Explore Japan
The Evendo app on two phones

Your all-in-one travel companion app

Explore expert travel guides, compare and book tours, experiences, hotels, and more, all from the palm of your hand. Download now for seamless trip planning wherever your wanderlust takes you.

  • Travel guides to regions, countries, cities, landmarks and attractions worldwide
  • Photos, local tips, maps, opening hours and contact details for every place
  • Easy booking for hotels, tours, tickets and experiences
Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play
More about the Evendo app

Evendo is a 100% free travel guide app: plan a trip, find what is worth seeing and book it, all in one place.

  • Restaurants, bars, nightclubs and shops picked for every destination
  • A "Near me" view of the attractions and amenities around you
  • History and travel essentials for each country and city

From world regions down to a single landmark, every guide brings together the places to see, where to eat and drink, and where to stay, with descriptions, photos and maps to help you plan.

No in-app purchases and no hidden costs. Download Evendo and take your guides with you wherever you travel.

Get the latest from Evendo

Hand-picked travel deals, new destination guides and trip ideas, straight to your inbox.