Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Kensha
Go-o Shrine
護王神社
/ Go-o Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
5 min walk
Hours
6:00-21:00
Overview
Go-o Shrine enshrines Wake no Kiyomaro, the Nara-period court noble who famously prevented the monk Dokyo from usurping the imperial throne. Known as the 'shrine of wild boars' because legend says a herd of boars protected Kiyomaro during his exile, the shrine is popular for prayers related to leg and foot health.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
866 [Jogan 8]
Enshrines Wake no Kiyomaro, a Nara-period loyalist who thwarted the monk Dokyo's attempt to usurp the throne.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Wake No Kiyomaro
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.0217, 135.7592
Physical Address
385 Sakurazuruencho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
京都府京都市上京区烏丸通下長者町下ル桜鶴円町385
Access
Marutamachi Station (Kyoto Subway Karasuma Line)
5 min walk
Hours
6:00-21:00
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Go-o Shrine?
Go-o Shrine enshrines Wake no Kiyomaro, the Nara-period court noble who famously prevented the monk Dokyo from usurping the imperial throne. Known as the 'shrine of wild boars' because legend says a herd of boars protected Kiyomaro during his exile, the shrine is popular for prayers related to leg and foot health.
Where is Go-o Shrine located?
Go-o Shrine is located in Kyoto-shi, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto. The full address is: 385 Sakurazuruencho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto.