Shimogamo Shrine
賀茂御祖神社
Kyoto · Kyoto-shi, Sakyo-ku
Kamo Ichinomiya rencontre amoureuse
Meishin-taisha
Ichinomiya (Yamashiro Province)
Kamigamo Shrine
Kamigamo Shrine
Nijunisha
Tarif
Free (special areas: 500 yen)
Goshuin
300 yen
Acces
See details
Horaires
5:30-17:00
Vue d'ensemble
Kamigamo Shrine (formally Kamo-wakeikazuchi Jinja) is one of Kyoto's most ancient and venerable shrines, predating the city's establishment as the imperial capital in 794. It is the upper of the two Kamo shrines, with its counterpart Shimogamo Shrine located downstream. The enshrined deity, Kamo-wakeikazuchi, is a thunder god said to have descended to earth in a flash of lightning. The shrine's distinctive pair of sand cones (tatesuna) in front of the worship hall represent this divine descent and are among the most iconic images of Kyoto. As a nijunisha (one of the Twenty-Two Shrines) and ichinomiya of Yamashiro Province, the shrine held supreme spiritual authority in the capital region. The Aoi Matsuri (Hollyhock Festival) in May, one of Kyoto's three great festivals, involves an imperial procession from the Imperial Palace to both Kamo shrines. Two buildings -- the main hall and the hall of authority -- are National Treasures.
Histoire
Fondation
📜Selon la tradition
678 [Tenmu 7]
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Atteste par les sources
678 Source: Shrine records state formal establishment in 678 CE
678📜Selon la tradition
Formal establishment of the shrine according to shrine records
794📄Atteste par les sources
Becomes guardian shrine of the new capital Heian-kyo (Kyoto)
Divinites venerees
⛩
primary Deity
Bienfaits
Reseau de sanctuaires
Kamo Upper Kamo Shrine
A savoir
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The pair of conical sand mounds (tatesuna) in front of the worship hall are said to represent the mountain where the deity descended and are a famous Kyoto icon.
Source: tradition
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The Aoi Matsuri parade uses real hollyhock leaves as decoration, a tradition dating back over 1,400 years.
Source: documented
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The shrine's grounds include a stream where a traditional Heian-era poetry game (kyokusui no en) is held.
Source: documented
Infos pratiques
Location Coordinates
35.0594, 135.7525
Physical Address
339 Kamigamo Motoyama, Kita-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Province historique
Yamashiro / Tanba / Tango
Acces
Kitayama Station (Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line)
Horaires
5:30-17:00
Bus
City Bus #4 to Kamigamo-jinja-mae, about 30 min from Kyoto Stn
Meilleure saison
May (Aoi Matsuri)autumn
Langues etrangeres
English (pamphlet, sign)
Accessibilite
Partial
Site officiel
https://www.kamigamojinja.jp/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
Pourquoi ce sanctuaire
One of Kyoto's oldest and most sacred sites, with National Treasure buildings, iconic sand cones, and the spectacular Aoi Matsuri. A UNESCO World Heritage shrine.
Sanctuaires lies
Questions frequentes
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What is Kamigamo Shrine?
Kamigamo Shrine (formally Kamo-wakeikazuchi Jinja) is one of Kyoto's most ancient and venerable shrines, predating the city's establishment as the imperial capital in 794. It is the upper of the two Kamo shrines, with its counterpart Shimogamo Shrine located downstream. The enshrined deity, Kamo-wakeikazuchi, is a thunder god said to have descended to earth in a flash of lightning. The shrine's distinctive pair of sand cones (tatesuna) in front of the worship hall represent this divine descent and are among the most iconic images of Kyoto. As a nijunisha (one of the Twenty-Two Shrines) and ichinomiya of Yamashiro Province, the shrine held supreme spiritual authority in the capital region. The Aoi Matsuri (Hollyhock Festival) in May, one of Kyoto's three great festivals, involves an imperial procession from the Imperial Palace to both Kamo shrines. Two buildings -- the main hall and the hall of authority -- are National Treasures.
Where is Kamigamo Shrine located?
Kamigamo Shrine is located in Kyoto-shi, Kita-ku, Kyoto. The full address is: 339 Kamigamo Motoyama, Kita-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto.
What deities are enshrined at Kamigamo Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Kamowakeikazuchi no Kami.
What blessings can you pray for at Kamigamo Shrine?
Kamigamo Shrine is known for: protection contre la foudre, protection contre le mal, rencontre amoureuse, securite en voyage.
How do I get to Kamigamo Shrine?
The nearest station is Kitayama Station (Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line). City Bus #4 to Kamigamo-jinja-mae, about 30 min from Kyoto Stn