Shrines & temples
Japanese shrines
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Explore Shinto shrines mapped from OpenStreetMap — filter by prefecture, city, or denomination. For curated travel listings, see featured landmark shrines below.
458 shrines
Tamatsukuriyu Shrine
玉作湯神社
Tottori
Tamatsukuriyu Shrine, located in Tottori Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of the sea and fishing, Tamatsukuri no Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects its coastal location, with a sturdy wooden main hall and a distinctive roof shape reminiscent of a whale's back. Visitors can enjoy the scenic views of the nearby Sea of Japan while praying at the shrine.
Yaegaki Shrine
八重垣神社
Tottori
Yaegaki Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Tottori Prefecture, dedicated to the worship of the kami Komachi. The shrine is known for its historic significance and is believed to be one of the oldest shrines in Japan. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style with a unique octagonal main hall called the 'haiden.' Visitors can enjoy the serene atmosphere and take part in various festivals, including the annual Yaegaki Shrine Festival.
Curated shrine listings
Hand-picked shrines and temples from our landmark guide.
Otsuna Kompira Shrine
Kanagawa 221-0834
Mitsushima Shrine
Osaka 571-0015
Sensō-ji
Tokyo 111-0032
Completed in 645, this temple, Tokyo's oldest, was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of m...
Kaminarimon
Tokyo 111-0032
A 3.9m-tall lantern greets visitors to this stately gate at the entrance to Sensō-ji templ...
Meiji Jingu
Tokyo 151-8557
Surrounded by forest, this venerable Shinto shrine features a seasonal iris garden.
Kushida Shrine
812-0026
Founded in 757 CE, this urban site annually hosts the city's largest festival, Hakata Gion...