What other travelers are saying about Sumiyoshi Taisha
This was a neat shrine to visit. This was part of an organized tour trip and was our very first stop. In the water are some fish and quite a few turtles swimming around. The scenery here was absolutely stunning.
This shrine is a must-visit when you come to Osaka. While it takes some time to get here from the city center, it's absolutely worth it. The Sorihashi Bridge is stunning, and the inside of the shrine is equally beautiful. The atmosphere is peaceful, with lots of greenery. I highly recommend this place.
The small shrine and park are peaceful and quiet. As you take pictures on one of the bridges, you notice the small turtles and fish in the water below. It is worth a visit if you have at least half an hour to spare.
This shrine is one of Japan's renowned shrines. It was founded in the year 211 and is the head of the approximately 2300 Sumiyoshi shrines located in Japan. At the start of a new year nearly 2 million worshipers visit to pray for health and prosperity. Home of the Sorihashi Arched Bridge over 1000 years old. Numerous cultural properties and the Honden Main Shrine, considered a National Treasure, are here.
You have to travel a bit to get here, but I would say it's worth it. The bridge is superb, and they have a very interesting stone ritual, which I have only encountered here.