Shirakumo Shrine
白雲神社
Shirakumo Shrine is a historic Kyoto shrine, once an imperial prayer site, with a notable Benzaiten statue.
What it is
- Founded in 1224 as Myoondo by Saionji Kintsune.
- Dedicated to the deity Ichikishima-hime no Mikoto.
- Re-established in 1769 at its current location.
- Designated as a prayer place for the Imperial Palace.
What to see
- Main hall, worship hall, and administration office.
- Yakushi-ishi, also called the navel stone.
- Wooden seated Benzaiten statue is an Important Cultural Property.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市上京区京都御苑内 Open in Google Maps
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