Shinto shrine
Kashihara Jingū
橿原神宮（かしはらじんぐう）
Kashihara, Nara Prefecture
A shrine southeast of Mt. Unebi in Kashihara, Nara Prefecture. It enshrines Emperor Jinmu, regarded as the first emperor, and his empress, Empress Himetataraisuzuhime.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined kami: Emperor Jinmu and Empress Himetataraisuzuhime
History and things to know
According to the official guide, it is handed down that Emperor Jinmu advanced east from Hyūga, pacified the land and ascended the throne at the Kashihara-no-miya palace southeast of Mt. Unebi. In the Meiji period, in response to a petition by private supporters, Emperor Meiji decided to found the shrine, and the kami were enshrined on April 2, Meiji 23 (1890). The main sanctuary is the Kashikodokoro of the Kyoto Imperial Palace and the worship hall is the Shinkaden, both granted by the emperor.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 橿原神宮「御祭神・御本尊・由緒の公式案内」（2026-10-21 確認）
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