Taka-no-miya

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This ancient auxiliary shrine, dedicated to a powerful deity, offers a glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritage.

Taka-no-miya — そらみみ CC BY-SA 3.0 resized via Wikimedia Commons

What it is

Oldest of Geku's four auxiliary shrines in Ise City.
Dedicated to the deity Toyouke-no-Omikami-Aramitama.
Founded in 478 AD, mentioned in 804 AD records.
Highest-ranking among Geku's auxiliary shrines.

What to see

Shrine building facing south on Hinokioyama mountain.
View from the top after climbing 98 stone steps.
Remote worship area for those unable to climb.

Getting there

12-minute walk from Ise-shi Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Address: 三重県伊勢市豊川町279
Area: Toyokawachō, 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: Iseshi Station — about 14 min on foot (0.8 km)

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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