Tsubogami Shrine
shrine
Tsubogami Shrine
壺神神社
Overview
Tsubogami Shrine is located near the entrance to the Man’yo Botanical Garden, on the approach to the main shrine of Kasuga Taisha.
Located near the entrance to the Man’yo Botanical Garden, on the approach to the main shrine of Kasuga Taisha. This small, bright vermillion shrine enshrines the god of sake brewing, one of the sixty-one kami worshipped at Kasuga Taisha Shrine. Followers of the Shinto faith customarily pray to many different kami, and visit different shrines depending on their personal needs, profession, or life experience.
Local tips
Purify your hands at the temizuya before approaching the main hall. Left hand first, then right, then pour water into your left hand to rinse your mouth.
Practical info
- Japanese name
- 壺神神社
- Nearest station
- Kintetsu-Nara Station (20 min walk)
- Payment
- Cash only
- Reservations
- not required
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