Tamura Jinja Shrine

Tamura Jinja

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Tamura Jinja, the chief shrine of Sanuki Province, boasts over 1300 years of history. Packed with amazing sights, including a breathtaking dragon statue and a reputed power spot said to grant wishes!

Shrines and Temples

Highlights5.7-meter-tall golden dragon statue
Statues of the Seven Gods of Fortune and the twelve zodiac animals
A reputed power spot said to grant wishes
Ema (votive picture) hall
A plethora of fascinating sights within the shrine grounds

Basic Information

Address: 286 Ichinomiya-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Kagawa

Access: About 30 minutes by bus from JR Takamatsu Station. Get off at Tamura Jinja-mae. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Irregular holidays

Fee: Free

INFO: Parking available

HP: https://tamurajinja.com/

Overview

Tamura Jinja Shrine, located in Takamatsu City, Kagawa Prefecture, has long been revered by the local people as the chief shrine of Sanuki Province. Its founding is said to date back to 709 AD (Wado 2), giving it a history spanning over 1300 years. The shrine's main deity is Sarutahiko-o-kami, along with many other gods. The expansive grounds are lush and green, offering a tranquil and naturally-surrounded space. With fewer visitors, it's a peaceful place for contemplation. Known as a power spot, Tamura Jinja is particularly famous for its dragon statue, believed to bring good fortune and ward off evil, attracting many worshippers. Other highlights include statues of the Seven Gods of Fortune, the twelve zodiac animals, and an ema (votive picture) hall. Tamura Jinja provides a calming atmosphere enveloped in history and nature. Its popularity as a power spot makes it a must-see destination.

Tamura Jinja Shrine

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