Yamaguni Shrine
山国神社
Yamaguni Shrine is a historic Kyoto shrine, rebuilt multiple times, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.
What it is
- An ancient Shikinai-sha shrine in Kyoto's Ukyo Ward.
- Former rank was Fusha, a Prefectural Shrine.
- Main hall was built between 770 and 780 AD.
- Wake no Kiyomaro served as chief priest during construction.
What to see
- The main hall, rebuilt in 1233 and 1399.
- A chrysanthemum emblem granted by the Emperor.
- A crest with two horizontal lines, donated by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市右京区京北鳥居町宮ノ元1番地 Open in Google Maps
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