Established in 718 CE, the Jōgoku-ji Temple's subsidiary shrine, Takahashi Shrine, is dedicated to Ōkuni-Ichi and is a prominent Shinto shrine in Shizuoka Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ōkuni-Ichi
- Kami enshrined
- Ōkuni-Ichi
- Coordinates
- 34.8107542, 137.898165
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the beauty of the shrine's gardens, visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and golden.
Cultural notes
Ōkuni-Ichi, the primary kami enshrined at Takahashi Shrine, was a 16th-century Shinto priest who wrote one of Japan's most famous books on Buddhism. The shrine celebrates his devotion to Shintoism and Buddhist teachings.
Historical note
Takahashi Shrine was originally built during the Nara period (710-794 CE) as a small shrine, but it has undergone several renovations throughout Japanese history.