Goryo Shrine

📍 Nara, Nara City · 24 Yakushido-cho, Nara-shi

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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🎌 Limited Goshuin

文月限定御朱印(七夕・蓮始華)

2026-07-01 – 2026-07-31 ¥500

文月限定御朱印【七夕】

2026-07-01 – 2026-07-31 ¥1000

文月限定御朱印【蓮始華】

2026-07-01 – 2026-07-31 ¥500

History

Byakko

Behold, the venerable Goryo Shrine in ancient Nara, the birthplace of Japan's first "Goryo" worship, as I, your faithful white fox guardian, shall tell thee. Long ago, people believed that souls meeting tragic, untimely deaths could bring great misfortune upon the land. To appease these mighty spirits, particularly Emperor Sudo, this sacred sanctuary was founded during the noble Tenpyo era, seeking peace for the realm. The earnest prayers and profound hopes of countless souls are woven into its divine essence, which continues protecting this hallowed ground even now. Even I, an eternal guardian, find myself deeply moved by the profound historical depths enshrined here. Those who visit shall surely feel the resonance of ancient devotions and timeless quests for tranquility. Come forth, seekers of protection and peace, and let this spiritually powerful shrine embrace thy spirit!

Benefits

Protection from CalamitiesHealing from IllnessFulfillment of Wishes

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