Kazahi Prayer Shrine

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風日祈宮

This ancient shrine, dedicated to wind and rain deities, offers a glimpse into Japan's rich history.

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What it is

A detached shrine of Naiku in Ise City.
Dedicated to Shinatsuhiko no Mikoto and Shinatobe no Mikoto.
Upgraded to a detached shrine in 1293.
Deities control wind and rain.

What to see

The shrine building faces south.
Kazahinominomiya Bridge, 45.6m long and 4.6m wide.

When to go

Kazahinominomiya Festival on May 14.
Kazahinominomiya Festival on August 4.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Address: 三重県伊勢市宇治館町
Area: Ise, Mie
Official site: www.isejingu.or.jp
Opening hours: 5:00-18:00 (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Sep), 5:00-19:00 (May, Jun, Jul, Aug), 5:00-17:00 (Oct, Nov, Dec)
Getting there: Isuzugawa Station — 2.5 km (taxi or bus recommended)

Hours and admission taken from the official site on 30 July 2026. Nearest station calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors; walking time is a straight-line estimate. Check before you travel.

On the ground

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