Shrines in Hiroshima

Hiroshima Prefecture is home to 43 shrines, including Kannabi Shrine in Fuchu city and Tsuruhane Shrine. Visitors can find a diverse range of spiritual sites across the region.

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

Kannabi Shrine (Fuchu city, Hiroshima)

Kannabi Shrine (Fuchu city, Hiroshima)

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Kannabi Shrine, founded in 708, is a historic site dedicated to important Shinto deities.

Tsuruhane Shrine

Tsuruhane Shrine

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Historic shrine in Hiroshima, rebuilt after the atomic bombing, with unique artifacts and a sub-...

Sannō Shrine

Sannō Shrine

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This shrine, a branch of Itsukushima, honors local deities and historical figures.

Bingo Gokoku Shrine

Bingo Gokoku Shrine

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A rebuilt shrine dedicated to local spirits and lords, a short walk from Fukuyama Station.

Wachi Hachiman Shrine

Wachi Hachiman Shrine

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Wachi Hachiman Shrine, founded in the 13th century, offers a glimpse into Japanese religious his...

Take Shrine

Take Shrine

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Visit this shrine to see a rare architectural style and a historic treasure house.

Amawake Toyohime Shrine

Amawake Toyohime Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Fukuyama City, dedicated to a sea goddess, with a notable main hall.

Dasai Shrine

Dasai Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Miyoshi City, known for its unique architecture and seasonal festivals.

Unaki Shrine

Unaki Shrine

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Unaki Shrine, a historic guardian of the northern gate, offers ancient tombs and a unique plant...

Onaga Tenmangū

Onaga Tenmangū

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Visit this historic Hiroshima shrine, founded in 901, to see a unique atomic bomb survivor.

Hiroshima Tōshō-gū

Hiroshima Tōshō-gū

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A 17th-century shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, notable for surviving the atomic bombing.

Misode Tenmangū

Misode Tenmangū

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Misode Tenmangu is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to learning, a scenic 20-minute walk from...

Asahiyama Shrine

Asahiyama Shrine

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Visit this shrine to see an A-bombed building and learn about Hiroshima's history.

Hijiyama Shrine

Hijiyama Shrine

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Hijiyama Shrine is a rebuilt Hiroshima shrine, offering a glimpse into local history and resilie...

Kōchi Shrine (Saeki-ku)

Kōchi Shrine (Saeki-ku)

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Kōchi Shrine: a historic site enshrining Hachiman Sanjin, formed from eight merged shrines.

Nunakuma Shrine

Nunakuma Shrine

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Nunakuma Shrine is a historic shrine in Fukuyama with unique cultural properties.

Nuta Shrine

Nuta Shrine

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Nuta Shrine is a historic village shrine in Mihara City, worth visiting for its unique architect...

Suga Shrine

Suga Shrine

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Suga Shrine: ancient guardian deity of the Mori clan, displaying historical artifacts.

Shirakami-sha Shrine

Shirakami-sha Shrine

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This historic shrine in Hiroshima, founded in 1594, hosts a major autumn festival.

Fukuyama Hachimangū

Fukuyama Hachimangū

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Fukuyama Hachimangu is a historic twin shrine, guardian of Fukuyama, offering unique architectur...

Itosaki Shrine

Itosaki Shrine

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Itosaki Shrine is an ancient shrine with a castle gate and a giant camphor tree.

Susanoo Shrine

Susanoo Shrine

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Ancient Susanoo Shrine in Fukuyama, Hiroshima, offers historical architecture and a lively summe...

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine

Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine

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Wakamiya Hachiman Shrine: a historic shrine known for cherry blossoms and a lively autumn festiv...

Kusado Inari Shrine

Kusado Inari Shrine

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Kusado Inari Shrine, founded in 807, offers city views and significant cultural properties.

Hayatani Shrine

Hayatani Shrine

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Hayatani Shrine is an ancient, historically significant shrine in Hiroshima, known for its uniqu...

Nihohime Shrine

Nihohime Shrine

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Ancient shrine in Hiroshima, dedicated to a unique deity, with buildings that survived the atomi...

Nigitsu Shrine

Nigitsu Shrine

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Nigitsu Shrine honors the Asano clan, rebuilt after the atomic bomb, a short walk from Hiroshima...

Kumano Shrine

Kumano Shrine

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Historic shrine in Hiroshima, founded by the Takeda clan, revered for fire prevention.

Kusatsu Hachiman Shrine

Kusatsu Hachiman Shrine

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Ancient shrine dedicated to sea deities, rebuilt after the atomic bomb, with multiple subsidiary...

Yōto Shrine

Yōto Shrine

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Yōto Shrine honors a rabbit farming pioneer and features unique rabbit monuments.

Mitate Shrine

Mitate Shrine

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Mitate Shrine, founded in 706, offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese religious practices.

Miyama Shrine

Miyama Shrine

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Miyama Shrine is the inner sanctuary of Itsukushima Shrine, offering a spiritual retreat on Moun...

Sumiyoshi Shrine

Sumiyoshi Shrine

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This shrine, built in 1830, protects sailors and features a unique architectural style.

Shioya Shrine (Hiroshima)

Shioya Shrine (Hiroshima)

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Ancient Shioya Shrine offers a glimpse into history and unique Shinto rituals.

Itsukushima Shrine

Itsukushima Shrine

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Itsukushima Shrine, with its iconic water gate, offers unique tidal views worth seeing in person...

Jigozen Shrine

Jigozen Shrine

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Jigozen Shrine, an ancient outer shrine of Itsukushima, offers historical buildings and unique f...

Ushitora Shrine

Ushitora Shrine

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Ushitora Shrine, Onomichi's oldest, offers ancient camphor trees and a glimpse into early Japane...

Shinjōnomiya Shrine

Shinjōnomiya Shrine

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Visit this shrine to see an A-bombed building and a giant camphor tree.

Ōtaki Shrine

Ōtaki Shrine

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Ōtaki Shrine is a unique water shrine in Hiroshima, known for its radioactive spring and dragon...

Chihayahiko Shrine

Chihayahiko Shrine

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Chihayahiko Shrine is a historic Shikinaisha Ronsha shrine with castle remnants, rebuilt by Mori...

Kibitsu Shrine

Kibitsu Shrine

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Kibitsu Shrine is a historic shrine with important cultural properties, dedicated to Okibitsuhik...

Karakawa Shrine

Karakawa Shrine

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Karakawa Shrine is an ancient Shikinaisha shrine with a designated ginkgo tree.

Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine

Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine

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Hiroshima Gokoku Shrine honors war dead and draws many visitors, especially for New Year's praye...

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