Kamigamo Shrine
賀茂別雷神社
Kyoto · Kyoto-shi, Kita-ku
Kamo Ichinomiya Thunderbolt/Lightning Protection
Meishin-taisha
Ichinomiya (Yamashiro Province)
Shimogamo Shrine
賀茂御祖神社
/ Kamo-mioya Jinja
Nijunisha
Admission
Free (Tadasuno-Mori area free; special hall: 500 yen)
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
12 min walk
Hours
6:30-17:00
Overview
Shimogamo Shrine (formally Kamo-mioya Jinja) is the lower of the two ancient Kamo shrines in Kyoto. It enshrines the mother (Tamayorihime) and grandfather (Kamotaketsunumi) of the deity worshipped at Kamigamo Shrine, reflecting the family relationship between the two shrines. The shrine is embraced by the Tadasuno-Mori, a primeval forest covering about 12 hectares where the Takano and Kamo rivers converge. This ancient woodland, with trees estimated to be 200-600 years old, is one of Kyoto's most enchanting natural spaces and an integral part of the World Heritage designation. Both the east and west main halls are National Treasures, and the shrine plays a central role in the Aoi Matsuri alongside Kamigamo Shrine.
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Ancestral deity of the Kamo clan, identified with the divine guide Yatagarasu
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primary Deity
Goddess who nursed the imperial ancestor; wife of Ugayafukiaezu and mother of Emperor Jimmu
Blessings
Shrine Network
Kamo Lower Kamo Shrine
Did You Know?
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Tadasuno-Mori is a 12-hectare primeval forest in the middle of Kyoto, an astonishing survival of ancient woodland.
Source: documented
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The shrine is associated with the Yatagarasu (three-legged crow), a mythological guide bird.
Source: tradition
In Pop Culture
anime / 2013
Tamako Market Shimogamo Shrine in Kyoto. Located very near the Demachi area where the anime is set. The shrine and its Tadasu no Mori forest appear in the series' backgrounds.
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.0386, 135.7731
Physical Address
59 Shimogamo Izumikawa-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
京都府京都市左京区下鴨泉川町59
Access
Demachiyanagi Station (Keihan/Eizan)
12 min walk
Hours
6:30-17:00
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 Shimogamo Shrine?
Shimogamo Shrine (formally Kamo-mioya Jinja) is the lower of the two ancient Kamo shrines in Kyoto. It enshrines the mother (Tamayorihime) and grandfather (Kamotaketsunumi) of the deity worshipped at Kamigamo Shrine, reflecting the family relationship between the two shrines. The shrine is embraced by the Tadasuno-Mori, a primeval forest covering about 12 hectares where the Takano and Kamo rivers converge. This ancient woodland, with trees estimated to be 200-600 years old, is one of Kyoto's most enchanting natural spaces and an integral part of the World Heritage designation. Both the east and west main halls are National Treasures, and the shrine plays a central role in the Aoi Matsuri alongside Kamigamo Shrine.
Where is Shimogamo Shrine located?
Shimogamo Shrine is located in Kyoto-shi, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto. The full address is: 59 Shimogamo Izumikawa-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto.
What deities are enshrined at Shimogamo Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Kamotaketsunumi no Mikoto, Tamayorihime no Mikoto.
What blessings can you pray for at Shimogamo Shrine?
Shimogamo Shrine is known for: Matchmaking, Safe Childbirth, Family Safety, Beauty.
How do I get to Shimogamo Shrine?
The nearest station is Demachiyanagi Station (Keihan/Eizan). It is about a 12-minute walk from the station. City Bus to Shimogamo-jinja-mae