Wakamiya Hachimangū
若宮八幡宮社
Kyoto's Pottery Shrine, founded in 1053, offers unique history and cultural property.
What it is
- A shrine in Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto.
- Also known as Tōki Jinja (Pottery Shrine).
- Founded in 1053 by Minamoto no Yoriyoshi.
- Dedicated to Emperor Ōjin, Emperor Chūai, and Empress Jingū.
What to see
- Current main hall, rebuilt in 1654.
- Kyoto City designated tangible cultural property.
- Shōki Jinja, Japan's first Shōki shrine.
- Octagonal chōzubachi (water basin) from 1386.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市東山区五条橋東五丁目480 Open in Google Maps
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