Located in Osaka, the Seven Temples Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the seven gods of good fortune and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as an important stop on the famous Nakasendo route, which connected Kyoto with the Japanese Alps. While no definitive founding date is known, the shrine has been rebuilt several times throughout its history, including in 1869 after a devastating fire.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Yatagarasu, Joto no Yakso, Ise no Okami, Kagami no Otoha, Shizuka no Ame-no-Kagata, Tobira no Hikokakage, Sasame no Yokozuna
- Coordinates
- 34.6716577, 135.1758813
Visitor tip
To avoid the crowds, visit the shrine during the spring or autumn foliage seasons and arrive early to explore the surrounding Nakasendo Museum.
Cultural notes
The Seven Temples Shrine is associated with the myth of the seven gods who accompanied Sugawara no Michizane, a prominent statesman, on his journey from Kyoto to Dazaifu. The shrine's design reflects this mythological connection, with seven gates representing the seven gods.