[2025 Osaka Attraction] Travel Guide for Ikutama Shrine (Updated Jun)

Among the main summer festivals in Osaka City, Tenjin Festival, Aizen Festival, and Sumiyoshi Festival are said to be the three major festivals in Osaka✨ The forerunner of the three major summer festivals in Osaka, along with "Ikutama of the Land" and "Tenjin of the River", is the Ikutama Festival Ikutama Shrine (Ikutama-san)✨ It is held every year for two days, from July 11th (Tuesday) to 12th (Wednesday). The Ikutama Festival is known as the festival of the oldest shrine in Osaka and the forerunner of the three major summer festivals in Osaka. The highlight is the "Makura Taiko"✨Six male ganji (people who wear red eboshi hats) beat the drums vigorously and run around the grounds✨ It is a brave festival where the drums continue to be beaten no matter how much they are knocked down or shaken✨ 🌏13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🚇Osaka 3 minutes walk from Tanimachi Kyuchome Station on the Metro Tanimachi Line #Festival #Osaka #Event #SummerFestival #JapaneseCulture #JapaneseFestival #OsakaSightseeing

From around the intersection of Matsuyamachi-suji and Sennichimae-dori, there is the entrance to the slope near the north gate of Ikutama Shrine (the intersection of Matsuyamachi-suji and Sennichimae-dori)⛩️ At the intersection of Matsuyamachi-suji and Sennichimae-dori, there is a sign and a large torii gate for Ikutama Shrine⛩️✨ At the top of the slope, there is the north gate of Ikutama Shrine⛩️ The beautiful and majestic vermilion-painted north gate comes into view⛩️✨ #Osaka #wintertrip #shrine #shrinetour #Japanesearchitecture #tripmemory2022 #Japanesescenery

Kitamuki Hachibangū is one of the eight sub-shrines in the grounds of Ikutama Shrine⛩️✨ The shrine enshrines Emperor Jimmu, Emperor Ojin, and Empress Jingū⛩️It's so amazing✨It was named after Osaka Castle, which is located to the north, and was placed facing north as the guardian deity of the oni-mon (the direction of evil spirits).⛩️It is also worshiped as a god of protection from evil spirits, protection from misfortune, and good fortune✨Every year, the Miyumi Shinto ritual is held on January 13th, and the Some Shinto ritual is held on May 5th, in a traditional style✨ 🔶13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🚇5 minutes walk from Tanimachi 9-chome Station on the Tanimachi Subway Line #wintertravel #shrine #Osaka #festival #tripmemory2022

Fuigo Shrine is one of the eight sub-shrines in the grounds of Ikutama Shrine⛩️ "Fuigo" is a very difficult kanji😊 The deities worshipped are Amanomehitotsukami and Kagutsuchi✨ Fuigo is a tool used to make fire, and is worshipped as the god of blacksmithing and the god of the hearth✨Every year on November 8th, blacksmiths and those in the foundry industry gather at the shrine. The traditional "Fuigo Festival" will be held to pray for the prosperity of the area⛩️ In front of a large number of visitors including the Japan Art Sword Preservation Association, five swordsmiths will use bellows to make a fire to heat the steel red hot, then swing their hammers down to forge and dedicate it to the people✨It's a very impressive festival😊 🔶12-10 Ikutamacho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🚇5 minutes walk from Tanimachi 9-chome Station on the Tanimachi subway line #Osaka #Winter trip #Shrine tour #Festival #tripmemory2022

Located in Namba, Osaka, Ikutama Shrine, the oldest in Japan, is characterized by its large main shrine. ✨ There are many sub-shrines within the grounds, so it takes quite a while just to look around. ✨ It takes about an hour to go around the whole place. ✨ It's perfect for both walking and sightseeing. ✨ 🔶Ikutama Shrine, 13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City #Osaka #Namba #Winter trip #Shrine #tripmemory2022

Located in Namba, the center of Osaka, this is the oldest shrine in Osaka with a history of about 2,700 years. Commonly known as "Ikutama-san". ✨ During the Edo period, it became the birthplace of Kamigata culture and performing arts, and many people in the performing arts visit it throughout the year. ✨ It is also the god of performing arts, and at the beginning of the year, people in the performing arts industry in Osaka come to pay their New Year's greetings. 😊 🔶13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🚇From JR "Tennoji Station" on the subway Tanimachi Line, 4 minutes walk from "Tanimachi 9-chome", JR "Tennoji Station" or 20 minutes walk from "Tsuruhashi Station" on the Osaka Loop Line #tripmemory2022 #wintertrip #greatview #Osaka #Namba #oldestinjapan #shrine

It is said to be the oldest shrine in Osaka, and the air changes instantly when you enter. The energy flows well, and I felt like I was passing through a barrier. On weekends, there is a place where you can enjoy matcha green tea and Japanese sweets, and it is a wonderful place where you can calm your mind just by taking a short walk. I found many four-leaf clovers during my walk.

I saw it on the map and went to see it. The temple is not big, so I can relax and take my time to see it. There are also chairs to sit on and think about what to do next.

Recommended spots for sightseeing in Osaka are here✨ "Naniwa no Taisha Ikutama Shrine" The oldest shrine in Osaka, founded about 2700 years ago✨In addition to the main hall, which still has a unique architectural style, the spacious grounds are home to many branch shrines, such as Shigino Shrine, which is famous for matchmaking and breaking off relationships✨ The shrine is very lively during the New Year holidays with people visiting the shrine for the first time of the year✨ Locals call it "Ikutama-san"✨ 📍Location: 13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🚇Access: 3 minutes walk from Tanimachi 9-chome Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line #Domestic travel record #Temple tour #Shrine tour #Historic sites #Winter trip #Solo trip #Osaka #Ikutama Shrine

This is the oldest shrine in Osaka, and appears in many historical documents such as the Nihon Shoki. The main deities are Ikushima-no-Okami and Tarushima-no-Okami, and Omononushi-no-Okami is enshrined as the co-deity. It was built in a unique architectural style called Ikutama-zukuri, which has been around since the Momoyama period, and is a recommended power spot that is said to bring good luck in making and breaking relationships, finding good relationships, and protecting women. 📍Location: 13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🕰️Business hours: 6:30-16:00 [Prayer/Gift Office] 9:00-15:30 #FuritabiWinter

#Osaka Attractions 🕰️Opening Hours: 6:30am to 5pm 📍Address: 10 minutes walk from Osaka Metro Gakucho-chome 💰Average consumption per person: Free visit 💞Reason for recommendation: In the busy city of Osaka, you can often see many characteristic shrines, among which the Ishikokujin Shrine⛩️ is a sight worth seeing. The appearance is very quiet, the introduction said that women must visit the shrine, can guard physical health, and beauty 🥰 drawing horses are very special, a heart word plus a lock, prompting sincerity and spirit, a very characteristic cultural experience 💕

#fallishere Location: Ikutama Shrine 生國魂神社 13-9 Ikutamacho, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, 543-0071, Japan Ikutama Shrine, situated in the heart of Osaka's Tennoji Ward at 13-9 Ikutamacho, holds a rich history dating back over 1,800 years. Believed to have been established in 286 AD, during the reign of Emperor Keitai, the shrine venerates the deity Tamayori-hime, associated with safe childbirth and marital harmony. Originally constructed near the ancient capital of Naniwa, it moved to its present location in the 19th century. Renowned for its serene atmosphere and lush surroundings, Ikutama Shrine serves as a spiritual oasis amidst the urban landscape. The architectural style reflects traditional Shinto design, with vermillion-lacquered structures and torii gates guiding visitors through the sacred precincts. The annual Tamayori-sai festival, celebrated in June, attracts pilgrims and tourists alike, featuring vibrant processions and religious ceremonies. Ikutama Shrine stands not only as a testament to Japan's enduring cultural heritage but also as a revered space for spiritual reflection and cultural appreciation in the bustling city of Osaka. #trip #2023travel #2023trip #2023travelwish #2023旅行願望 #timetotravel #tripblazers #historical #heritage

Among the main summer festivals in Osaka city, Tenjin Festival, Aizen Festival, and Sumiyoshi Festival are said to be Osaka's three major festivals✨ The forerunner of these is the summer festival of Ikutama Shrine and Ikutama-san✨ It is held every year for two days, from July 11th (Tuesday) to 12th (Wednesday)😆 The Ikutama Festival is known as the oldest shrine festival in Osaka, and the forerunner of Osaka's three major summer festivals. And what makes summer festivals even more fun is the "food stalls"✨✨✨ Many food stalls fill the approach to the shrine, selling cotton candy, chilled pineapple, yakisoba, grilled squid, grilled corn, goldfish scooping, and more✨ We also recommend eating your way around the food stalls✨ 🌏13-9 Ikutamachi, Tennoji-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture 🚇3 minutes walk from Tanimachi 9-chome Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line #Osaka #Summer festival #Food stalls #Japanese culture #Japanese summer #Food stalls #Gourmet #Event #Osaka sightseeing