Takio Shrine

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 11-718 Honscho, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

Standing quietly in Honscho, this shrine preserves the spiritual essence of ancient devotion. As deity of waterfalls, it brings abundance and purity through water, answering prayers for fortune opening. Many merchants have sought pilgrimage here, and wishes for business prosperity run deep. Amidst Higashiyamaps historic landscape, it maintains its unchanging presence while continuing to receive visitorsp prayers. Enveloped in quietude, it purifies the hearts of all who come with sincere wishes.

Benefits

Fortune openingBusiness prosperityEvil warding

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