What other travelers are saying about Atsuta-Jingu Shrine
A beautiful shrine located a ride away from Sakae area in front of Mitsukoshi. We visited it on a holiday- Japan Culture Day. Small kids dressed up in traditional costumes. There were a lot of people but not that crowded. The shrine is surrounded with trees and lush foliage. It also has a small Ginkgo corridor where family photos were taken. Small food stalls lined up on the path leading to the shrine. They gave the place a festive vibe.
Nov. 04, 2024
Legend has it. The sword of the God Emperor is sealed here. It symbols the right to the Japanese throne and imperial bloodline. Despite of that, it is a highly recommended power spot by the locals. The dense forest brings you peace within the busy city.
Probably one of the oldest places I have ever visited in my life. Was an experience to feel how old this place is and the significance this place is to Japanese 🇯🇵 history and spirituality.
It’s free to come in and it is close to the subway station. Great to see trees that are thousands of years old. Make sure to check out the Nobugana wall as well. It is said that this is where they house the sacred sword Kusanagi, one of the three sacred treasures of Japan. You be the judge of it as nobody can actually see these treasures and they are locked up away not to be seen.
The Atsuta-jingu Shrine reminds me of the Meiji Jingu Shrine in Tokyo, albeit on a much smaller scale (which also means it's easier to walk around!)
There's a nice pond where people and families can sit and rest while eating. It's simple, but can also be a nice quiet walk when not crowded.
Accessible by train (Meitetsu Railway – Jingumae Station, and Nagoya Subway – Jingu-Nishi Station), the shinto shrine’s land area is smaller compared to Meiji Jingu in Tokyo, or Ise Jingu in Mie; but still serves a million of visitors annually. Meaning, you can enter the main shrine “Hongu” by a short pace.
It has two museums within the compound, though the “Bunka-den”or the Atsuta Jingu Treasure Hall is still under renovation.
A must visit for tourist attractions, or solely for the purpose of praying and offering.
