Shimogamo-jinja Shrine

4.5

Formally titled the Kamomioya Shrine, this historic Shinto shrine is one of Kyoto’s oldest. The entire grounds of the shrine are registered as part of the “Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto” World Heritage listing. Dedicated to the guardian deity of Kyoto as well as the guardian deity of woman’s duties, since ancient times the shrine has been seen as providing divine aid in receiving guidance, achieving victory, and starting new projects. The grounds are also dotted with women-oriented shrines and sites, such as the Aioi-sha, a shrine dedicated to luck in marriage, and Kawai Shrine, a guardian shrine for women.

Spot details

Address: Kyoto Kyoutoshi Sakyou-ku Shimogamoizumigawachou 59 Map
Area: Around Kyoto Imperial Palace Area
Phone: 0757810010
Hours: [Winter] 6:30-17:00
[Summer] 6:00-18:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Worship fee] Free
Parking Lot: Available(120spaces)
Credit Card: Available (VISA, MasterCard, UnionPay, Diners Club)
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Not available
Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day: Yes
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

Itineraries about this spot

Review

Forested Loveliness

Reviewed : 2023.12.22

This was my second visit, and it was just as lovely as the last time I visited. I love that its quiet, in a forest, and usually only really has Japanese people in it. It really is a serene and...
Serene, historic oasis

Reviewed : 2023.07.22

Shimogamo-jinja Shrine is a serene and lovely oasis in Kyoto! Its history dates back over 2,000 years, making it one of the oldest shrines in the city. Believed to be a place of purification, the...
New Year’s Day Visit

Reviewed : 2021.01.03

We walked from Kawaramachi to Shimojima Jinja. It was busy because it was New Years Day so everyone was buying amulets and fortunes. At this shrine, you can pay your respects to your zodiac sign...