Kawara Shrine

The Kawara Shrine displays the Shinmei-zukuri architectural style, featuring natural materials and straightforward construction methods within its structural elements.

This auxiliary shrine represents a traditional classification of smaller religious structures that were historically placed under the protection of larger shrine complexes.

The shrine maintains specific Shinto protocols, including purification ceremonies and formal approaches to the main hall for offering prayers to the enshrined kami.

Visitors can reach the shrine grounds throughout the year, with increased attendance during traditional festivals and the first days of January for New Year prayers.

Located near the Miya River, this setsumatsusha occupies approximately one ken in size, following the standard measurements for auxiliary shrines in Japanese architecture.

Location: Ise

Architectural style: Shinmei-zukuri

GPS coordinates: 34.51211,136.73686

Latest update: April 2, 2025 19:08