Nishikiori-Jinja, Shinto shrine in Japan
Nishikiori-Jinja is a Shinto shrine in Tondabayashi with a main hall built in 1363, featuring three sections and a roof covered in cypress bark. The structure displays careful craftsmanship with colored paint and lacquer work, set on peaceful grounds surrounded by mature trees and marked by a stone gateway at the entrance.
The shrine was built in 1363 on foundations over a thousand years old, as shown by archaeological finds of roof tiles from the Heian period. During the Meiji era, the adjacent Buddhist temple Konrinji was closed, and the shrine received its current name in 1907 as a recognized state-supported site.
The shrine's name derives from textile artisans from Baekje who settled here in ancient times and transmitted their skills to local communities. The area was once known as Nishikibe District, a name reflecting the craft tradition and continental cultural connections that shaped the region.
The shrine sits about 500 meters north of Kawanishi Station on the Kintetsu Line and is reachable on foot in just a few minutes. The surroundings are quiet and peaceful, with mature trees and traditional architecture that invite a comfortable exploration of the grounds.
The shrine sits on a historic route that led to ancient Yamato and brought continental textile techniques and craft traditions to Japan. This connection made the region a significant cultural hub whose handcrafted goods were even gifted to the imperial court.
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