Oharano Shrine
Kyoto · Kyoto-shi, Nishikyo-ku
Kasuga Matchmaking
Meishin-taisha
Kasuga Taisha
Kasuga Taisha
Nijunisha
ค่าเข้าชม
Free (inner shrine: 500 yen)
โกชูอิน
300 yen
การเดินทาง
25 min walk
เวลาทำการ
6:30-17:30 (varies)
ภาพรวม
Kasuga Taisha is the tutelary shrine of the powerful Fujiwara clan and one of the most important shrines in Japanese history. Founded in 768 to protect the capital of Nara, it enshrines four deities collectively known as the Kasuga gods. As the head of approximately 3,000 Kasuga shrines nationwide, its influence extends across the country. The shrine is renowned for its approximately 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns, donated by worshippers over centuries. Twice a year, during the Mantoro (Lantern Festival) in February and August, all 3,000 lanterns are lit simultaneously, creating an ethereal spectacle. Deer have been considered divine messengers of Kasuga Taisha since the founding legend, in which the deity Takemikazuchi arrived riding a white deer. This belief is the origin of Nara's famous free-roaming deer population. The shrine's architectural style, 'kasuga-zukuri,' characterized by its distinctive curved roof and vermilion coloring, became one of the standard shrine styles across Japan.
ประวัติ
การก่อตั้ง
📜ตามตำนาน
768 [Jingo-keiun 2]
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หลักฐานทางประวัติศาสตร์
768 Source: Shoku Nihongi historical record
768📄หลักฐานทางประวัติศาสตร์
Founded to protect the new capital of Heijo-kyo (Nara)
เทพเจ้าที่บูชา
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primary Deity
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primary Deity
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primary Deity
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primary Deity
พรที่ได้รับ
เครือข่ายศาลเจ้า
Kasuga Head shrine (souhonsha)
น่ารู้
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All 3,000 lanterns are lit during the Mantoro festivals in February and August, creating one of Japan's most atmospheric nighttime events.
Source: documented
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Nara's famous deer are considered sacred messengers of this shrine, originating from the legend of a deity arriving on a white deer.
Source: tradition
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The 'kasuga-zukuri' architectural style originated here and became one of the standard shrine styles nationwide.
Source: documented
ในวัฒนธรรมป๊อป
anime / 1997
Princess Mononoke Kasuga Taisha in Nara. The sacred deer of Nara and the primeval forest setting evoke the Shishigami's forest. Miyazaki drew inspiration from ancient Japanese forests.
ข้อมูลการเยี่ยมชม
Location Coordinates
34.6811, 135.8497
Physical Address
160 Kasugano-cho, Nara-shi, Nara
Province historique
Yamato
การเดินทาง
Kintetsu Nara Station
25 min walk
เวลาทำการ
6:30-17:30 (varies)
Bus
City Bus to Kasuga Taisha Honden
Meilleure saison
February/August (Mantoro lantern festivals)wisteria season (May)
Langues etrangeres
English (pamphlet, sign, audio guide)
Accessibilite
Partial
Site officiel
https://www.kasugataisha.or.jp/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
Pourquoi ce sanctuaire
A UNESCO World Heritage shrine with 3,000 mystical lanterns, sacred deer, and over 1,250 years of history. The Mantoro lantern festival is unforgettable.
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What is Kasuga Taisha?
Kasuga Taisha is the tutelary shrine of the powerful Fujiwara clan and one of the most important shrines in Japanese history. Founded in 768 to protect the capital of Nara, it enshrines four deities collectively known as the Kasuga gods. As the head of approximately 3,000 Kasuga shrines nationwide, its influence extends across the country. The shrine is renowned for its approximately 3,000 stone and bronze lanterns, donated by worshippers over centuries. Twice a year, during the Mantoro (Lantern Festival) in February and August, all 3,000 lanterns are lit simultaneously, creating an ethereal spectacle. Deer have been considered divine messengers of Kasuga Taisha since the founding legend, in which the deity Takemikazuchi arrived riding a white deer. This belief is the origin of Nara's famous free-roaming deer population. The shrine's architectural style, 'kasuga-zukuri,' characterized by its distinctive curved roof and vermilion coloring, became one of the standard shrine styles across Japan.
Where is Kasuga Taisha located?
Kasuga Taisha is located in Nara-shi, Nara. The full address is: 160 Kasugano-cho, Nara-shi, Nara.
What deities are enshrined at Kasuga Taisha?
The enshrined deities are: Takemikazuchi no Kami, Futsunushi no Kami, Amenokoyane no Mikoto, Ichikishimahime no Mikoto.
What blessings can you pray for at Kasuga Taisha?
Kasuga Taisha is known for: Matchmaking, General Prosperity, Warding Off Evil, Longevity.
How do I get to Kasuga Taisha?
The nearest station is Kintetsu Nara Station. It is about a 25-minute walk from the station. City Bus to Kasuga Taisha Honden