Japan Midokoro / Kyoto Prefecture / Kita-ku / Imamiya Shrine
Kita-ku, Kyoto Prefecture · Registered Tangible Cultural Property
Imamiya Shrine
- Nearest stationKitaōji Station 1.5 km
- DesignationRegistered Tangible Cultural Property
- Year1001 (founded)
Imamiya Shrine (今宮神社, Imamiya-jinja) is a Shinto shrine located in Kita-ku, Kyoto, Japan. It was originally established for patrons to pray for safety from an epidemic, though it has evolved into a shrine where patrons can pray for general good health.
From the Wikipedia article “Imamiya Shrine” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Imamiya Shrine. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Kita-ku, Kyoto Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Kitaōji Station, 1.5 km (straight line) |
| Type | Registered Tangible Cultural Property |
| Year | 1001 (founded) |
| More | Official site Wikipedia 49 more photos (Commons) |
We do not list hours, fees or closing days. Check the official site before you go.
FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Imamiya Shrine?
- Kitaōji Station. It is 1.5 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Imamiya Shrine a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Registered Tangible Cultural Property.
- When was Imamiya Shrine founded?
- In 1001.
Nearby
Photos (Wikimedia Commons) Sōken-in: Unknown (CC BY-SA 3.0), Kohō-an: Atelier Verde (CC BY-SA 3.0), Daisen-in Hōjō: Dick Thomas Johnson from Tokyo, Japan (CC BY 2.0), Jukō-in: 663highland (CC BY-SA 4.0), Daisen-in: Bigjap (CC BY-SA 3.0), Gyokurin-in: hiro (CC BY-SA 3.0)
