Izumo-Taisha Shrine (Izumo-Oyashiro)

Information
The ancient shrine of Izumo-Taisha has deep roots in Japanese mythology. Izumo-Taisha enshrines Okuninushi-no-Mikoto, the god of happy marriages. With its magnificent main hall some 24 meters in height built in the Taisha Grand Shrine style, Izumo Taisha is designated as a National Treasure.
In the 10th month of the lunar calender, when the gods resident throughout Japan are said to congregate in the Izumo region, Kamiari-sai Festival is held at the shrine welcoming the gods.
Opening Hours
- 6:00 – 20:00
Closed
- No closing days
Price / Entrance Fee
- Admission Free
Access / Public Transport
- 5 minutes walk from Izumo-taisha-mae Station on the Ichibata Electric Railway Taisha Line
- 30 minutes from JR Izumoshi Station by the bus bound for Izumo-taisha / Hinomisaki. Get off at Izumo-taisha Bus stop.
Related Links
- 出雲大社ホームページ (Only available in Japanese)
Address / Location
- 195, Taishacho Kizukihigashi, Izumo-shi, Shimane, 699-0701
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Price / Entrance Fee
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Access / Public Transport
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