Kanpei-taisha

Niukawakami Shrine (Upper)

丹生川上神社上社

/ Niukawakami Jinja Kamisha

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Hours
9:00-16:00

Overview

Niukawakami Shrine Upper is one of three Niukawakami shrines deep in the Yoshino mountains, dedicated to the water deity Takaokami. Since ancient times, the imperial court would send envoys here to pray for rain or clear weather, offering a black horse for rain and a white horse for fair skies.

Enshrined Deities

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Takaokami No Kami
primary Deity

Blessings

Rain/Weather Water Agriculture

Shrine Network

Niukawakami Upper shrine

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

34.3408, 135.8958

Physical Address

869-1 Sako, Kawakami-mura, Yoshino-gun, Nara

奈良県吉野郡川上村迫869-1

Hours

9:00-16:00

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Niukawakami Shrine (Middle)

丹生川上神社

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Niukawakami Shrine (Lower)

丹生川上神社下社

Nara · Yoshino-gun, Shimoichi-cho
Niukawakami Rain/Weather

Kifune Shrine

貴船神社

Kyoto · Kyoto-shi, Sakyo-ku
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Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

What is Niukawakami Shrine (Upper)?

Niukawakami Shrine Upper is one of three Niukawakami shrines deep in the Yoshino mountains, dedicated to the water deity Takaokami. Since ancient times, the imperial court would send envoys here to pray for rain or clear weather, offering a black horse for rain and a white horse for fair skies.

Where is Niukawakami Shrine (Upper) located?

Niukawakami Shrine (Upper) is located in Yoshino-gun, Kawakami-mura, Nara. The full address is: 869-1 Sako, Kawakami-mura, Yoshino-gun, Nara.