Nashinoki Shrine Travel Guide

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Discover tranquility at Nashinoki Shrine in Kyoto, a historical sanctuary known for its serene atmosphere and beautiful gardens.

Nashinoki Shrine, nestled in Kyoto's Kamigyo Ward, offers a serene escape with historical significance. Built in 1885, it honors the Sanjo family, key figures in Japan's Meiji Restoration. Known for its Somei well water and beautiful bush clover, it's a tranquil oasis near the Kyoto Imperial Palace.

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Opening hours

  • Every day9 am–5 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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680 Somedonocho, Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto, 602-0844
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Getting there

Walking

From the Kyoto Imperial Palace, Nashinoki Shrine is a short walk east along Nashinoki Street. The shrine is located between Teramachi Street and the Imperial Palace. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes.

Public Transport

From Kyoto Station, take city bus number 4, 17, or 205 and get off at the Furitsu-Medical University Hospital Mae bus stop. The shrine is a 3-minute walk from the bus stop. A single bus fare is ¥230. Alternatively, from Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Subway Line to Kitaoji Station. From there, you can take a bus or taxi to the shrine.

Taxi

Taxis are readily available throughout Kyoto. From Kyoto Station, a taxi ride to Nashinoki Shrine will take approximately 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic. The estimated fare is ¥2,090. Taxis generally accept cash and major credit cards.

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Nashinoki Shrine, established in 1885, is dedicated to the spirits of Sanjo Sanetsumu and his son Sanetomi, court nobles who played pivotal roles in the Meiji Restoration. The shrine is located in Kamigyo Ward, adjacent to the Kyoto Imperial Palace, in an area that was once the Sanjo family's residence.Sanjo Sanetsumu served three emperors and was instrumental in reviving the power of the Imperial institution. His son, Sanetomi, furthered this cause by actively participating in the movement to restore the Emperor. After the Meiji Restoration, Sanetomi was appointed the first daijo daijin (chief advisor).Nashinoki Shrine is also known as Hagi no Miya (Shrine of Hagi) because of its numerous bush clover plants that bloom in September. Another notable feature is the Somei well, one of Kyoto's three famous springs, which still flows today. The shrine also contains an old tearoom that once belonged to the Imperial Palace. People come to worship Sanetsumu and Sanetomi as gods of learning. Monuments to notable scholars, including Nobel Prize winner Hideki Yukawa, can be found on the grounds.

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