Konoshima Nimasu Amateru Mitama Shrine

What it is

• One of Kyoto City's oldest shrines.
• Also known as Konoshima Jinja or Kaiko no Yashiro.
• Dedicated to Amenominakanushi-no-kami and Okunitama-no-kami.
• Known as a god of rain since ancient times.

What to see

• Rare Mitsuhashira Torii, one of Kyoto San Torii.
• Sacred spring called Mototadasu-no-ike.
• Designated as a Kyoto City Historic Site.

Getting there

• Accessible from Kaikonoyashiro Station.
• Accessible from Hanazono Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.