Shrines in Ehime

Ehime Prefecture has 53 shrines, including Ikku Shrine and Mishima Shrine. These shrines offer a look into local spiritual traditions.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Ikku Shrine

Ikku Shrine

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Ikku Shrine, an ancient shrine in Niihama, offers a glimpse into history and nature.

Mishima Shrine

Mishima Shrine

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Mishima Shrine is an ancient site with historic buildings and statues, offering a glimpse into J...

Marunouchi Warei Shrine

Marunouchi Warei Shrine

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A shrine dedicated to a revered retainer, offering a glimpse into local history.

Ide Shrine

Ide Shrine

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Ide Shrine is a historic Matsuyama shrine with unique deities and a summer festival.

Iyo Shrine

Iyo Shrine

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Iyo Shrine offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese religious practices and architecture.

Ikanashi Shrine

Ikanashi Shrine

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Ikanashi Shrine is an ancient shrine in Imabari City, dedicated to several deities, with an annu...

Isono Shrine

Isono Shrine

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Isono Shrine is a historic Shikinaisha shrine, rebuilt in 1606, known for its autumn festival.

Iyo Inari Shrine

Iyo Inari Shrine

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Visit Iyo Inari Shrine for its historical significance and beautiful gate.

Iyozuhiko-no-Mikoto Shrine

Iyozuhiko-no-Mikoto Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Matsuyama with two large torii gates, known for its Tsubaki Festival.

Yatsumata enoki osode-daimyōjin Shrine

Yatsumata enoki osode-daimyōjin Shrine

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A small, historic shrine in Matsuyama dedicated to a tanuki spirit, easily accessible by tram.

Uchinomiya Shrine

Uchinomiya Shrine

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Uchinomiya Shrine, founded in 706, offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese worship and vibrant au...

Izumo-Taisha-Matsuyama-bunshi

Izumo-Taisha-Matsuyama-bunshi

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A branch of Izumo Taisha, this shrine offers a spiritual connection and unique pilgrimage stop.

Bekku Ōyamazumi Shrine

Bekku Ōyamazumi Shrine

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Bekku Ōyamazumi Shrine is an ancient branch shrine with a historic prayer hall.

Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine

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Itsukushima Shrine: a historic village shrine with unique deities, a short walk from Mitsu Stati...

Warei Shrine

Warei Shrine

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Warei Shrine, founded in 1653, honors a loyal retainer and offers a glimpse into local history.

Kamo Shrine

Kamo Shrine

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Kamo Shrine, founded in 1782, offers unique hand-washing water and historical artifacts.

Taki Shrine

Taki Shrine

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Taki Shrine is an ancient shrine with burial mounds, offering a glimpse into Japan's early histo...

Taga Shrine (Matsuyama)

Taga Shrine (Matsuyama)

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Taga Shrine in Matsuyama, Ehime, is a historic shrine with unique treasures, worth a quick visit...

Ehime Gokoku Shrine

Ehime Gokoku Shrine

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Ehime Gokoku Shrine honors war dead, offering a solemn and historical experience near Matsuyama...

Hio Hachiman Shrine

Hio Hachiman Shrine

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Hio Hachiman Shrine is an ancient, rebuilt shrine with a long history worth exploring.

Nichishō Hachiman Shrine

Nichishō Hachiman Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Matsuyama, dedicated to Hachiman deities, offering a glimpse into Japan's spir...

Asahi Hachiman Shrine

Asahi Hachiman Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Matsuyama City, rebuilt multiple times, with a main festival on October 6th.

Murayama Shrine

Murayama Shrine

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Murayama Shrine is a historic site with unique statues, offering a glimpse into ancient Japanese...

Tōdai Shrine

Tōdai Shrine

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Tōdai Shrine: ancient camphor tree, unique stone komainu, and local festivals.

Shinonome Shrine

Shinonome Shrine

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Shinonome Shrine honors imperial ancestors and local lords, offering a glimpse into Matsuyama's...

Matsuyama Shrine

Matsuyama Shrine

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Matsuyama Shrine honors Tokugawa Ieyasu and Sugawara Michizane, a historical site worth visiting...

Kuwabara Hachiman Shrine

Kuwabara Hachiman Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Matsuyama dedicated to Hachiman, rebuilt over centuries, a site of historical...

Urato Shrine

Urato Shrine

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Urato Shrine is a historic local shrine with a natural spring and unique features.

Yu Shrine

Yu Shrine

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Yu Shrine, a historic Shikinaisha shrine near Dogo Onsen, enshrines four deities and offers a cu...

Iwaoka Shrine

Iwaoka Shrine

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Iwaoka Shrine is a historic site in Saijo, significant for its role in the Saijo Danjiri Festiva...

Ishizuchi Shrine

Ishizuchi Shrine

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Ishizuchi Shrine, founded in 685, is a sacred mountain shrine dedicated to Ishizuchi Hiko no Mik...

Tsunashiki Tenman Shrine

Tsunashiki Tenman Shrine

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Historic shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, offering scenic views and unique architectur...

Kakuma Shrine

Kakuma Shrine

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Ancient shrine with a unique festival, rebuilt after a fire, and easily accessible by tram.

Kotohira Shrine Matsuyama Branch

Kotohira Shrine Matsuyama Branch

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A historic branch of Kotohira-gu, this shrine offers a glimpse into Edo-period remote worship.

Anumi Shrine

Anumi Shrine

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Visit Anumi Shrine, an ancient site with two candidate locations, to experience local history.

Yugun Shrine

Yugun Shrine

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Yugun Shrine is a historic shrine in Matsuyama, dedicated to Amenouzume-no-mikoto and Hachiman S...

Iizumi Shrine

Iizumi Shrine

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Iizumi Shrine is a historic site in Saijo City, home to the Taikodai 'Yosegaki' festival.

Kuroshima Shrine

Kuroshima Shrine

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Ancient island shrine, once an imperial prayer place, now features a modern steel torii.

Kunitsuhiko-no-Mikoto Shrine

Kunitsuhiko-no-Mikoto Shrine

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Ancient shrine on a burial mound, dedicated to several deities, with a notable gate.

Mishima Shrine

Mishima Shrine

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Mishima Shrine is an ancient, boat-shaped shrine with unique cultural assets, dedicated to Oyama...

Kashima Shrine

Kashima Shrine

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Kashima Shrine is a historic site dedicated to powerful deities, offering unique cultural insigh...

Ōtarachihime-jinja Shrine

Ōtarachihime-jinja Shrine

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Otarachihime Shrine: a historic site in Niihama with unique festivals and traditional charms.

Takaoshihime Shrine

Takaoshihime Shrine

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Visit this unique shrine dedicated to midwives and mothers, revered for its ancient imperial con...

Sukunahikona Shrine

Sukunahikona Shrine

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Sukunahikona Shrine is a historic site in Ozu City, known for its unique Sanroden building.

Kamo Shrine

Kamo Shrine

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Kamo Shrine is a historic site in Ehime, known for its unique autumn festival with child horse r...

Isaniwa Shrine

Isaniwa Shrine

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Isaniwa Shrine is a rare Hachiman-zukuri style shrine near Dogo Onsen, worth visiting for its ar...

Katsuoka Hachiman Shrine

Katsuoka Hachiman Shrine

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Katsuoka Hachiman Shrine, founded in ancient times, is a historic site with unique cultural trad...

Iwashimizu-Hachiman Shrine

Iwashimizu-Hachiman Shrine

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Historic mountaintop shrine with important statues, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.

Ōhama Hachiman Daijinja

Ōhama Hachiman Daijinja

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This historic shrine in Imabari City honors the Ochi clan and is part of a Japan Heritage site.

Iyooka Hachiman Shrine

Iyooka Hachiman Shrine

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Ancient Hachiman shrine with historic buildings, once a domain lord's prayer place.

Oyamazumi Shrine

Oyamazumi Shrine

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A historic island shrine housing forty percent of Japan's national treasure armor and ancient ca...

Oyamazumi Shrine

Oyamazumi Shrine

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A hillside shrine rebuilt in 1674, dedicated to deities from Omishima-cho's Oyamazumi Shrine.

Hakusan Shrine

Hakusan Shrine

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Hakusan Shrine is a historic site in Niihama with a sacred tree and unique festival floats.

Hakusan Shrine

Hakusan Shrine

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Hakusan Shrine is an ancient shrine dedicated to Izanagi-no-Mikoto and Kikuri-hime-no-Kami.

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