Templi & Santuari
Kamo Shrine
Kamo Jinja
Known as the 'Sacred Land of Horses' founded by Emperor Shomu, Kamo Shrine in Shiga Prefecture inherits the history of a national ranch established…Esplora questo luogo
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Kamo Shrine, also known as 'Mikari no Nomori Kamo Shrine,' is located in Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture. It was founded in 736 by Emperor Shomu.
Cosa lo rende speciale
Historic ArchitectureLargest Divine Horse StatueSacred Land of HorsesTraditional Horse RitualsEmperor Shomu Heritage
Su Kamo Shrine
- Historic Architecture & Divine Horse Statue: Witness the massive divine horse statue and the historic structures linked to Emperor Shomu.
- The Sacred Land of Horses: Experience a rare cultural site where the traditional 'Ashifuse Somai' horse rituals are still honored.
- Seasonal Rituals: Visit during specific times to see unique ceremonies like the April festivals or the January New Year rituals.
- Serene Strolls: Explore the vast 30,000-tsubo grounds, filled with historical sites like the Undodo and Koshin-do.
Previsioni meteo
mer
05/08
34°/24°
2%
gio
06/08
35°/27°
10%
ven
07/08
34°/27°
35%
sab
08/08
35°/26°
63%
dom
09/08
32°/25°
79%
lun
10/08
32°/24°
44%
mar
11/08
31°/23°
42%
Consigli
Payment
Cash only (for offerings and amulets)
Language
Limited English support available
Reservation
No reservation required
Clothing
Comfortable walking shoes recommended due to the large grounds
Photography
Restrictions may apply inside sacred buildings
Accessibility
Some parts of the shrine grounds have steps and uneven surfaces
Etiquette
Please follow traditional Shinto worship manners and maintain a quiet atmosphere