Local Secret · Karasuma Oike
Mikane Shrine 御金神社
Tiny downtown shrine with a golden torii, where people pray for money and luck on ginkgo-shaped votive plaques.
PriceFree
Getting thereKarasuma Oike Station (Kyoto Subway), about 5 min
Time needed30-60 min
Address614 Oshinishinotoincho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-0042
About
Mikane Shrine honors deities of metals and is now known for wealth and fortune. Its gleaming gold torii gate stands in a quiet street near Nijo Castle, and visitors hang ginkgo-leaf ema plaques hoping for lottery wins or business success.
Highlights
- Gold-colored torii
- Ginkgo-shaped ema plaques
- Money and fortune charms
- Short walk from Karasuma Oike
Tips
- Small and busy with queues on auspicious days; go early
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