Zezeo Jinja Shrine
Zeze Jinja
A historic shrine once revered by Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu.Explore this spot
Zezeo Jinja is a historic shrine located in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture. The shrine enshrines Toyouke Hime-no-mikoto, and its origins are said to date back to the Nara period.
What makes it special
About Zezeo Jinja Shrine
- Be sure to view the Important Cultural Property Front Gate up close. You can truly feel the weight of history transferred from the former Zeze Castle.
- Enhance your experience by learning about the historical figures like Toyotomi Hideyoshi and Tokugawa Ieyasu who once revered this very site.
- Take advantage of the excellent access (1-minute walk from Keihan Zeze Honmachi Station) to visit easily during your sightseeing trip.
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
33°/27°
85%
Tue
8/4
33°/26°
4%
Wed
8/5
34°/25°
2%
Thu
8/6
34°/26°
19%
Fri
8/7
34°/26°
43%
Sat
8/8
32°/24°
63%
Sun
8/9
29°/24°
53%
Tips
Payment
Offerings at the shrine box must be made in cash (Japanese Yen).
English Support
English-language guidance is limited.
Reservations
No reservation is required for visiting.
Attire
Modest clothing suitable for a shrine visit is recommended.
Photography
Photography is allowed, but please avoid using tripods or causing a disturbance.
Accessibility
Some areas within the shrine grounds may have steps or uneven surfaces.
Manners
Please maintain a quiet and respectful attitude while on the premises.