Shrines in Tokushima

Tokushima Prefecture has 74 shrines, including Higashiōji Shrine and Sakamoto Hachiman Shrine. Visitors can find a variety of spiritual sites across the region.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Kenmi Shrine

Kenmi Shrine

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Kenmi Shrine, founded in the 5th century, offers mountain views and ancient festivals.

Kawashima Shrine

Kawashima Shrine

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A shrine built on castle ruins, dedicated to important deities, easily accessible by train.

Katsuragi Shrine

Katsuragi Shrine

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Katsuragi Shrine, founded in 1053, is a pilgrimage site with unique cultural properties and a he...

Hanoura Shrine

Hanoura Shrine

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Hanoura Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine with multiple enshrined deities, easily accessible by...

Okanoue Shrine

Okanoue Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

An ancient shrine in Tokushima featuring a massive, split-trunk camphor tree and historical ties...

Ushihiko Shrine

Ushihiko Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

A historic shrine in Naruto featuring the oldest main hall in Tokushima Prefecture, designated a...

Takefutsu Nishinomiya Shrine

Takefutsu Nishinomiya Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

A historic shrine in Tokushima restored during the Muromachi period, enshrining spirits original...

Takefutsu Shrine

Takefutsu Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

A historic shrine in Tokushima featuring ancient deities and a seventeen-meter wide circular bur...

Akanta Shrine

Akanta Shrine

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A historic shrine in Tokushima mentioned in ancient chronicles, dedicated to martial deities and...

Igasa Shrine

Igasa Shrine

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A historic mountain-top shrine founded in 1655, offering deep connections to ancient deities and...

Hayasame Shrine

Hayasame Shrine

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Hayasame Shrine, known as Ame-no-miya, offers a glimpse into ancient rainmaking beliefs and a na...

Toyokuni Shrine

Toyokuni Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

A historical shrine dedicated to Toyotomi Hideyoshi, restored in the Meiji era.

Sakurama Shrine

Sakurama Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Sakurama Shrine: a historic site dedicated to Konohanasakuya-hime no Mikoto, featuring significa...

Kotoshironushi Shrine

Kotoshironushi Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Obbessan is a historic shrine in Tokushima, known for its enshrined deities and park-like ground...

Annai Shrine

Annai Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Annai Shrine honors deities of guidance, a quick stop to see a historic camphor tree.

Awai Shrine

Awai Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Awai Shrine is a historic site in Tokushima, known for its unique sea-entering festival.

Takeminatomi Shrine

Takeminatomi Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Takeminatomi Shrine, founded before 779, is a historic site dedicated to two important deities.

Sumiyoshi Shrine

Sumiyoshi Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Sumiyoshi Shrine is a historic site in Tokushima with unique guardian deities and auxiliary shri...

Tsurugi Shrine

Tsurugi Shrine

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A mountain shrine dedicated to ancient deities, offering unique natural and historical sights.

Myōken Shrine

Myōken Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Myōken Shrine, rebuilt in 1830, offers a peaceful visit on Mount Myōken.

Ōasahiko Shrine

Ōasahiko Shrine

TOKUSHIMA · SHRINE

Ōasahiko Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine with a giant torii and ancient camphor tree.

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