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Izanagi Jingu (Head Shrine of Awaji Province)
〒656-1521 兵庫県淡路市多賀７４０
This is the head shrine of Awaji Province and enshrines the deities of the creation myth. It is also famous as a god of matchmaking, and many people hold their weddings here.
Enshrined deities
Izanagi & Izanami
History
As an Engishiki-designated shrine, it enshrines Izanagi-no-Mikoto and Izanami-no-Mikoto, who are famous in the creation myth, and serves as the head shrine of Awaji Province. The Nihon Shoki records that Izanagi-no-Mikoto built a secluded palace at Taka in Awaji, and according to shrine tradition, the area beneath the main hall is considered his tomb.
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Blessings
縁結びの神様として有名で、結婚式も多く挙げられる。
What visitors say
The shrine buildings are magnificent, and the entire precincts are enveloped in a sacred and solemn atmosphere. There are very many worshippers, especially on weekends and during group visits, when it tends to be bustling. There is free parking, and the surrounding environment is well-maintained.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Access
- 月曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 火曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 水曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 木曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 金曜日: 9時00分～17時00分
- 土曜日: 定休日
- 日曜日: 定休日
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (First Shrine Visit of the Year)
Awaji Kuni Ichinomiya, considered the oldest shrine in Japan. A shrine dedicated to the myth of the creation of the land.
Awaji Kuni Ichinomiya, considered the oldest shrine in Japan, enshrines Izanagi-no-Mikoto and Izanami-no-Mikoto, the deities of the land-creation myth. It is bustling with visitors during the first shrine visit of the year.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Oldest shrine in Japan
- ・Awaji Kuni Ichinomiya
- ・Myth of the creation of the land
- April 22Rei-tai-sai (Annual Grand Festival)
The most important festival at Izanagi Jingu.
The most important festival at Izanagi Jingu, held primarily on April 22.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Most important annual grand festival
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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