Izumo Daijingu
📍 Kyoto, Kameoka · Chitose Izumo, Kameoka City, Kyoto
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Hours
9:00–16:30
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
Izumo Daimyojin Shrine is an esteemed sanctuary in Kameoka, established as a branch of the renowned Grand Shrine of Izumo in Shimane. With Okuninushi no Mikoto as its principal deity, it is revered as a kami guiding the ancient paths of destiny and connection. The ritual of binding red silk threads is believed to weave together human hearts and bring auspicious encounters and relationships. Prayers for marital harmony and business prosperity emanate from Kameoka throughout the greater Kyoto region. At this sacred place where ancient faith meets present-day aspiration, the deity of divine connection and destiny grants its grace to all.
Benefits
Blessing of relationshipsMarital harmonyBusiness prosperity