Imamiya- Shrine
今宮神社
Imamiya Shrine, founded in 1015 to ward off epidemics, offers a glimpse into Kyoto's historical spiritual practices.
What it is
- A shrine formerly called Gikeonsha or Hanazonsha.
- Dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, a tutelary deity.
- Founded in 1015 to quell an epidemic.
- Rebuilt in 1052 due to another epidemic.
What to see
- Main shrine, worship hall, and subsidiary shrines built in 1644.
- Main shrine is a Kyoto City designated tangible cultural property.
When to go
- Annual Imamiya Festival is held on October 16th.
Getting there
- 300m north of Hanazono Station on the JR Sanin Main Line.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市右京区花園伊町17 Open in Google Maps
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