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Saimyo-jinja Shrine
奈良市樽井町１５
This is a subsidiary shrine located outside the precincts of Kasuga Taisha (Kasuga Grand Shrine), situated on the northwest bank of Sarusawa Pond. Out of respect for the pond where a woman drowned, the shrine buildings face west, with their backs turned toward the water.
History
According to the 'Genyouki' chronicle, the shrine was established by Fujiwara no Yoshio and enshrined by Kuugo, the Vice Preceptor of Konan-in. Its founding is based on a legend from the Nara period: a female court attendant (Saimyo) lamented the decline of the Emperor's favor and drowned herself in Sarusawa Pond. The shrine was built to pacify her spirit.
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What visitors say
Located northwest of Sarusawa Pond, this shrine is characterized by its main hall facing away from the torii gate. The area is convenient, with nearby shops such as Starbucks and Nakataya-do. The Saimyo Festival is held annually on the night of the Mid-Autumn Moon.
Opening hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday: Closed
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: Closed
- Friday: Closed
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: 6:30 – 17:30
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