Seimei Jingu Shrine

Seimei Jinja

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A shrine dedicated to Abe no Seimei, a renowned onmyoji, and famous as a power spot. The grounds are filled with various mystical objects featuring the five-pointed star, creating a captivating atmosphere.

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HighlightsFamous for being dedicated to Abe no Seimei
Popular as a power spot
Various objects featuring the five-pointed star
Shrouded in a mystical atmosphere
Many locations associated with Seimei

Basic Information

Address: 806, Seimei-cho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto-fu Search for tourist attractions in Kyoto

Access: 12-minute walk west from Exit 6 of Imadegawa Station on the Kyoto City Subway Karasuma Line. 25-minute walk from Kita-Shirakabemachi Station on the Keifuku Electric Railroad. 30-minute walk from Demachiyanagi Station on the Keihan Electric Railway. Directly accessible from the "Ichi-jo Modoribashi, Seimei Jingu-mae" bus stop (routes 9, 12, and 67) on the Kyoto City Bus. 3-minute walk south from the "Horikawa Imadegawa" bus stop (routes 51, 59, 101, 102, 201, and 203) on the Kyoto City Bus. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Cld.Days: Open every day

Fee: Free

INFO: The most convenient parking is the coin-operated parking lot located south of the shrine.

HP: https://www.seimeijinja.jp/

Overview

Seimei Jingu Shrine has long been a center of faith, dedicated to Abe no Seimei, a brilliant onmyoji of the Heian period. Seimei excelled in divination, astronomy, and magic, and his legendary stories continue to be told today. The shrine grounds hold many places associated with Seimei, including the site of his former residence and what is believed to be the location of his astronomical observatory. Numerous objects featuring the five-pointed star, a symbolic figure in onmyodo (Yin and Yang) practices used by Seimei, are scattered throughout the grounds. Known as a power spot, Seimei Jingu Shrine is said to imbue visitors with energy. Take your time exploring, soaking in the powerful energy of Seimei. Various omikuji (fortune slips) and omamori (charms) are available, believed to impart Seimei's blessings. The shrine hosts various events throughout the year, including Setsubun (Bean-Throwing Festival) and Natsugoe (Summer Crossing Festival). Check the event calendar for an even richer experience.

Seimei Jingu Shrine

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