Tokei Shrine
Tokei Jinja
Located within the UNESCO World Heritage 'Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range,' Tokei Shrine is a historic site where the…Esplora questo luogo
Tokei Shrine is located in Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture, and is registered as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site 'Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range.' It serves as a subsidiary shrine to the Kumano Sanzan (Kumano Hongu Taisha, Kumano Hayatama Taisha, and Kumano Nachi Taisha) and has been a significant site of worship alongside the Kumano pilgrimages for centuries.
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Su Tokei Shrine
- Visit the historic shrine buildings and legendary battlegrounds to feel the drama of the Genpei War.
- The exhibits related to Musashibo Benkei are incredibly interesting for those wishing to learn about Japanese warrior culture.
- Experience the weight of history against the backdrop of a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.
- The Tanabe Festival and Benkei Festival offer chances to experience vibrant, locally-rooted cultural traditions.
- Enhance your visit through the digital virtual tours to deepen your understanding of the site's history.
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Previsioni meteo
lun
03/08
32°/27°
85%
mar
04/08
32°/27°
6%
mer
05/08
32°/26°
28%
gio
06/08
34°/27°
80%
ven
07/08
33°/27°
85%
sab
08/08
32°/25°
71%
dom
09/08
30°/24°
71%
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Payment
Cash is the primary method for payments.
Language
English-language signs and some exhibits are available, but staff support is limited.
Reservation
No prior reservation is needed for visiting.
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there are stairs and slopes.
Photography
Photography is allowed, but please respect restrictions on sacred areas and certain exhibits.
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking is available.
Etiquette
Please maintain a quiet and respectful attitude as this is a sacred site.