Imamiya Shrine, Kyoto

Name: Imamiya Shrine
Address: 21 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita-ku, Kyoto, 603-8243, Japan
Telephone: +81 75-491-0082

#106 among attractions in Kyoto

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Imamiya Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Kita-ku, Kyoto, Japan. It was originally established for patrons to pray for safety from an epidemic, though it has evolved into a shrine where patrons can pray for general good health. The shrine complex is embedded in a forest of large trees northwest of Daitoku-ji and includes many minor shrines in addition to the main shrine, or honden. On every second Sunday in April, one of the 3 major festivals in Kyoto, Yasurai Matsuri, is held at the shrine. The word imamiya means "newly constructed." ()

Local name: 今宮神社 Established: 994 (1030 years ago)Coordinates: 35°2'45"N, 135°44'31"E

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21 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita-kuKyoto 603-8243 Japan

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+81 75-491-0082

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Imamiya Shrine open?

Imamiya Shrine is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Imamiya Shrine?

Nearby attractions include Kōtō-in, Kyoto (5 min walk), Sōken-in, Kyoto (6 min walk), Jukō-in, Kyoto (6 min walk), Daisen-in, Kyoto (7 min walk).

How to get to Imamiya Shrine by public transport?

The nearest stations to Imamiya Shrine:

Bus

旭ヶ丘 • Lines: 1, バス (5 min walk)
佛教大学前 • Lines: 1, バス (6 min walk)

Metro

Kitaōji • Lines: K (25 min walk)
Kuramaguchi • Lines: K (30 min walk)