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Minase Shrine
Address: 3-10-24 Hirose, Shimamotocho, Mishima District, Osaka Prefecture
Nearest Station: Minase Station [East Exit], 12 minutes on foot
Parking: Available, free
Set in a beautiful landscape, the shrine features a guest hall built in the Shoin-zukuri style of the Momoyama period, a main hall established in the early Edo period, and the tea room known as Tōshintei.
National treasures and important cultural properties related to Retired Emperor Go-Toba are also preserved here.
Located north of the sacred gate, the roof is designed in the irimoya style, with sangawara roofing, wooden latticework on the gable, and umebachi kakegyo decorations.
Built during the Taisho era, the front of the stone basin is inscribed with "dedicatory wash basin" (Hono Kansou), and the side is engraved with "Kosha". This water was selected as one of the "Top 100 Famous Waters in Japan" by the Ministry of the Environment in 1985, being the only one in Osaka Prefecture.
At the water collection area within Minase Shrine, many people visit daily from early morning to collect water, and there are constant reports of improvements in conditions such as atopic dermatitis. The shrine is cherished by many, and preservation activities are actively conducted.
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Nomi Shrine
Address: 6-6 Nomicho, Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture
Nearest station: Takatsuki Station [Exit 7], 7 minutes on foot
Founded in the 9th century, it was originally located within Takatsuki Castle. It was also known as the shrine of Gozu Tenno, and it was highly revered by successive lords of the castle. The deities enshrined are Nomino Sukune and Susanoo-no-Mikoto, and it is believed to have moved from the former Shikinai Shrine, Nomi Shrine, which was located near Jōgū Tenmangū. The Nagai Shrine, dedicated to Naokiyo, the first lord of the Takatsuki Domain, stands in the lush green grounds. Its main hall and karamon gate are designated cultural properties of the city, and votive plaques that evoke the appearance of the former Takatsuki Castle are offered.
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Jōgū Tenmangū
Address: 1-chome Tenjinmachi, Takatsuki City
Access: About a 10-minute walk north from the north exit of Takatsuki Station
Jōgū Tenmangū is a shrine located in Tenjinmachi, Takatsuki City, Osaka Prefecture.
It was formerly classified as a local shrine. It is commonly referred to as "Uenomiya Tenmangū" and is also known as "Kitayama no Tenjin-san."
It is said to be "the second oldest Tenmangū in Japan after Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine," and the name "Jōgū" is believed to have been given because its establishment predates that of Kitano Tenmangu in Kyoto.
The shrine grounds have a first and second parking lot for visitors from the Kansai region, with a total capacity of about 30 vehicles.
During busy periods such as New Year's visits, the parking lots may be closed, so it is advisable to consider using nearby coin parking or reservation-based parking.
The goshuin can be received at the shrine office from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
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Gion Festival
Points for Enjoyment
Walking to See the Floats
The centerpiece of the Gion Festival is undoubtedly the floats.
Seeing the luxurious decorations and intricate designs up close is truly impressive.
During the day, you can enjoy the overall grandeur, while at night, the lanterns create a serene atmosphere.
Experiencing the Atmosphere of the Evening Festival
The time when the floats are lined up makes walking around the city enjoyable.
The stalls, the flow of people, and the bustling atmosphere of the float districts all combine to create a festive air that is quintessentially Kyoto.
Taking a Close Look at the Townhouses and Decorations
Not only the floats but also the surrounding townscape and shop arrangements are charming.
Walking while admiring the hanging decorations and ornaments reveals the depth of the festival.
Avoiding Crowds
The popular time slots can get quite crowded.
If you prefer to take your time, choosing early hours or times closer to weekdays makes for easier walking.
Useful Items to Have
Comfortable shoes
Drinks and hats for heat protection
A small bag for crowded times
Rain gear in case of weather changes
Is it true that you shouldn't eat cucumbers during the Gion Festival?
This is related to the family crest of Yasaka Shrine, the deity of the Gion Festival.
The family crest of Yasaka Shrine resembles the cross-section of a sliced cucumber.
Because of this, the townspeople of Kyoto have had a tradition of not eating cucumbers during the Gion Festival.
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Gion Festival... Pre-Festival Night
On July 15th (Wednesday) and 16th (Thursday), during the evening festivities, certain areas will become pedestrian-only zones (car-free zones), lined with food stalls.
The pedestrian zone hours, excluding some streets, are from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
The pedestrian areas include Shijō Street (from Higashioji Street to Horikawa Street), Karasuma-dori Street (from Oike Street to Takatsuji Street), Muromachi-dōri (from Sanjō Street to Takatsuji Street), and Shinmachidori (from Takoyakushi Street to Takatsuji Street).
Bicycles are not allowed in the pedestrian-only zones.
The Gion Festival nights can get quite crowded, especially around the floats and major streets, making movement difficult.
Avoid going against the flow of people and steer towards less crowded streets.
Parents with small children and elderly individuals should refrain from pushing into the crowded center.
Stay hydrated and take measures against the heat.
As evening falls, the sounds of "Konchikichin" resonate from each float district. The Gion music, played with bells, flutes, and drums, has long been cherished as a sound heralding the arrival of summer in Kyoto. Surrounded by the glow of lanterns, the time spent admiring the floats while listening to Gion music is truly enchanting.
The lantern light adds a different kind of splendor compared to daytime. Due to the large crowds, stepping back to view the overall scene is also beautiful.
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祇園祭2026年
京都の夏といえば祇園祭が真っ先に浮かびますね・・・
祇園祭は、京都の八坂神社の祭礼で、疫病退散を祈る行事として平安時代に始まったと伝えられています。
現在は日本三大祭の一つとして知られ、豪華な山鉾や神輿、さまざまな神事が1か月にわたって行われます。
7月1日ごろ 吉符入など 祭の始まりを告げる神事
7月10日 神輿洗・お迎え提灯 鴨川で神輿を清める神事
7月14日〜16日 前祭・宵山 山鉾が建ち並び、夜の賑わいが最高潮
7月17日 前祭・山鉾巡行と神幸祭神輿渡御
7月21日〜23日 後祭・宵山 落ち着いた雰囲気で山鉾を見学
7月24日 後祭・山鉾巡行と花傘巡行 山鉾が再び都大路を進む日
7月31日 疫神社夏越祭 祭の締めくくりの神事
熱中症対策がとても大事な場面です。
通気性のよい薄手の服、帽子、(日傘巡行時はNG)
首元を冷やせるタオルや保冷剤
こまめに飲める水やお茶、スポーツドリンク
塩分タブレットなどナトリウム補給ができるもの
体調が悪い・・・人混みや長時間の観覧を無理しない
トイレはコンビニなど使用できません・・・
トイレマップアプリで・・・
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Grand Front Osaka
The Green Bear
This bear is named "Ted Ibel," with the nickname coool.
In fact, this is a work by the contemporary French artist Fabrice Hyber.
It sprays water from its mouth.
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Tsukiyomi Shrine
15 Matsumuroyamazoe-chou, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Parking available
After walking a few minutes south along the road from the red torii gate of Matsuo Taisha, Tsukiyomi Shrine will appear on your right.
At Tsukiyomi Shrine, the moon deity, said to have been enshrined from Iki, quietly resides.
It is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto and later became an auxiliary shrine of Matsuo Taisha.
At Tsukiyomi Shrine (an auxiliary shrine of Matsuo Taisha), you can basically receive the goshuin at the issuance office of Matsuo Taisha as "Tsukiyomi Shrine" goshuin.
You can receive it at Tsukiyomi Shrine. It's a written seal!
Usually, it is available during the reception hours at Matsuo Taisha's shrine office (approximately 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM), and there may also be written seal options, so it's best to check the latest information on the official Matsuo Taisha website or goshuin information sites before visiting.
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Matsuo Taisha Shōfūen and others...
3 Arashiyamamiya-machi, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
The gardens of Matsuo Taisha consist of three gardens called "Shōfūen," designed by the renowned garden designer Mirei Shigemori in his later years.
Completed in 1975, this relatively new garden features a blend of traditional dry landscape and modern sensibilities.
Kyokusui Garden expresses an elegant world with the flow of the Mitarai River and stones, reflecting the court culture of the Heian period.
Upper Ancient Garden represents a mythical and ancient world with large stone arrangements and a rustic landscape.
Horai-no-niwa symbolizes the ideal of longevity with its iconic stone arrangements resembling Turtle Island and Crane Island.
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Matsuo Taisha
3 Arashiyama Miyamachi, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
There is a parking space for visitors at Matsuo Taisha.
The gate, worship hall, and main shrine are lined up. It is known as the god of sake, and there is a spring called Kame no I.
The treasure hall houses three important cultural properties, statues of male and female deities.
At Matsuo Taisha, the Chawa-kuguri (passing through the ring of sedge) is performed along with the June Great Purification, known as Natsu-goshi no Harae.
Every year on June 30th, the "Oharai-shiki" ceremony takes place, where it is customary to pass through the ring of sedge on the shrine grounds to pray for good health and safety for the household.
Meaning of Chawa-kuguri
By passing through the large ring made of kaya (sedge), this ritual purifies the sins and impurities accumulated unknowingly over the past six months, praying for a healthy remaining half of the year. It is also often introduced as a representative scene of the Natsu-goshi no Harae in Kyoto.
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