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Kifune Shrine

Name: Kifune Shrine
Address: 180 Kuramakibunechō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1112, Japan
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (200)・Tourist Attraction・Place Of Worship・Point Of Interest・Establishment

Kifune Shrine in Kyoto is a magical and serene spot nestled in the mountains of Kibune. This ancient Shinto shrine is dedicated to the deity of water, making it a popular place for those seeking blessings for rain, safe travel, and protection from floods.

The journey to Kifune Shrine itself is enchanting, with a scenic path lined with towering trees and flowing streams. The shrine is known for its beautiful red lanterns that light up the stone steps leading to the main hall, creating a picturesque and calming atmosphere, especially in the evening.

One of the unique features of Kifune Shrine is the omikuji, or fortune-telling paper, that visitors dip into the shrine's sacred water to reveal their fortunes. This interactive and spiritual activity adds a special touch to the visit, connecting you with the shrine's ancient traditions.

The surrounding area is also famous for its kaiseki cuisine, where you can enjoy a multi-course meal along the river, with some restaurants offering dining platforms right above the water.

Hours:

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Closed:

No closing days

Available:

All year

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome

Admission Fee:

Free

Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Phone

+81 75-741-2016

Website

kifunejinja.jp

The area

Address

180 Kuramakibunechō, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 601-1112, Japan

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What other travelers are saying about Kifune Shrine

Very nice and scenic shrine with its famous staircase and lamps in the mountain area. you can reach the temple by bus from Kifune Station or walk uphill for around 2km. Either way is great. If you go there around afternoon-ish using Eizan train, please remember that there will be no bus service available after 5 PM. So if you stay late there until the shrine is closed to get the beautiful photos when the lamps are on, you will need to walk quite far on the dark road to go back to the station.

Shika Safitri

Feb 14, 2025

Recommended to walk along the road to go up there. So much pretty spots to take picture. Its quite a hike so make sure you are fit and always be careful because the road is small. Not recommended if you walk with small kids. You can take a bus to go up and down. Dont forget to get your book stamped at the train station!

Misa Misa

Feb 2, 2025

We came on weekdays(09/01/2025) so there were less tourist here. I like it a lot. It is a small village worth to visit. Bring your own food because some shop/restaurant were closed on weekdays.You need yo recharge your energy after a long hike (around 2.4km trail). Theres a bus going to the nearest train station or you can just walk down to it. But becareful with wild bears. We did walked down to the station but we see no bears around.😁

Lengzila Leng

Jan 30, 2025

Wonderful place! Not too far from Kyoto. I actually did the hike from Mount Kurama to Kifune, it was a stunning experience. Very rewarding when I reached this beautiful town full of amazing restaurants and good vibes. If you like to explore something unique, this is a great town. Enjoy the tranquility and harmony!

Jorge Taconelli Saito (Jimi Loudie)

Sep 22, 2024

The shrine is very small but the environment is great, with tall trees and clear mountains and streams. If you come in autumn, you can enjoy the maple leaves on the train🍁 But you need to transfer a few times to get there from the city. It takes five or six hours to go back and forth. If you are in a hurry, there is no need to come here.