Located in the Arashiyama district of western Kyoto, Konpira Tsūkanji is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Okuninushi Ō-no-miya, one of the eight major kami of Shintō. This shrine was built in 1887 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Meiji Restoration and is famous for its stunning gardens and traditional architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Okuninushi Ō-no-miya
- Coordinates
- 34.9865262, 135.1934277
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, consider visiting at dawn or dusk when the sun's rays illuminate the beautiful pond and walking paths.
Cultural notes
This shrine is notable for its unique torii gate, which features a pair of gates facing each other rather than a single gate. This architectural feature is inspired by the Buddhist practice of creating a mirrored gate to symbolize unity between Shinto and Buddhist traditions.