[Kyoto] Okazaki Shrine

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Okazaki Shrine in the Okazaki area near Heian Shrine

It is one of the shrines built by Emperor Kanmu on all four sides to protect Heian-kyo, and is also known as "Eastern Heavenly King" because it is located to the east of the capital

This area is a habitat for wild rabbits, and rabbits have been said to be messengers of the local deity since ancient times

It is said that the shrine has the power to bring good luck in matchmaking, childbirth, and safe childbirth, as the enshrined deity was blessed with children

Rabbit votive plaques, rabbit amulets, rabbit fortune slips, etc.

It was full of cute rabbits

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Spot information

📍Get off at the subway "Keage Station", about 15 minutes walk
Get off at the city bus "Okazaki Jinja-mae", about 1 minute walk
Get off at the city bus "Higashitenno-cho", about 3 minutes walk
For details, please check the website

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Post by makaji | Nov 13, 2024