Shrine · Kyoto Imperial Palace east
Nashinoki Shrine 梨木神社
Shrine beside the Kyoto Imperial Palace famous for its Somei well water and about 500 bush clover plants that bloom in September.
PriceFree
Getting thereKeihan Demachiyanagi or Jingu-Marutamachi Station, about 15 min walk
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeMid to late September (bush clover)
Address680 Somedonocho, Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto 602-0844
Websitenashinoki.jp
About
Nashinoki Shrine honours Sanjo Sanetsumu and Sanetomi, statesmen of the Meiji Restoration. It is nicknamed 'Hagi no Miya' for its bush clover, celebrated at the Hagi Festival in mid-late September. Its Somei well is one of Kyoto's famous springs, and locals come to fill bottles.
Highlights
- Somei spring water
- About 500 bush clover plants (September)
- Hagi Festival
- Quiet grounds next to the Imperial Palace
Tips
- Amulet office 9:00-16:30 (closed 12:15-13:15)
- Bring a bottle for the spring water
- Next door to Rozanji
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