A shrine associated with “Issunboshi” and “Ryoma”, where you can also experience being a shrine maiden.
Change into a white coat and scarlet hakama for a traditional Japanese “Miko” experience. The shrine is closely associated with Issunboshi's story and the late Edo period hero Sakamoto Ryoma.
The miko experience is 7,000 yen per person and teaches dressing, manners, cleaning, and formal shrine visits. Only women can experience it.
Check the website for details!
https://takenobuinari.jp/miko/
Many people visit the shrine to pray for the prosperity of business, family safety, health and longevity, and protection from fire and theft. The sacred tree Enoki is called 'En no ki' and is believed to have the blessing of matchmaking
Because of the legend of Ryoma Sakamoto and the dragon, some people visit the shrine to pray for a good match and a happy home.
A cute lucky charm depicting Issun-boshi, who rides a bowl-shaped boat to Kyoto in an attempt to get ahead, and who defeats demons and becomes a fine samurai.
A lucky charm with a uchideno-kozuchi in Issun-boshi's story. Many people get it by praying for the fulfillment of a wish and luck with money.
Takenobu Inari Shrine
075-841-3023
38 Imashinzaike Nishicho, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto-shi
5 minutes’ walk from Hankyu Omiya Station
9am-5.30pm (awarding place)
Free admission
Closing dates : Open year round
WEBSITE : https://takenobuinari.jp/miko/
