Saginomori Shrine, Shinto shrine in Japan
Saginomori Shrine is a Shinto sanctuary in Kyoto located near the former imperial retreat Shugakuin Rikyu. The site offers straightforward access and sits on quiet pathways in the city's northern neighborhood.
The shrine was originally built at the foot of Mount Hiei and later relocated to its current location. It was damaged by fire during the Onin War but was rebuilt afterward and has remained a spiritual site since.
The shrine is dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, an important deity in Shinto tradition. Visitors come here to seek blessings for family safety, travel, matchmaking, or personal wishes.
Entry to the shrine is free and it is accessible all day. Free parking is available, and buses take about 52 minutes from Kyoto Station with a short walk from the stop.
The shrine hosts the Sanyore Festival every May 5, when locals gather to celebrate. On other days it remains quiet and less visited, allowing guests to explore it in solitude.
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