What other travelers are saying about Kinomiya Shrine
Kinomiya Shrine left a deep impression on me. The highlight is the huge sacred tree, Okusu, which is said to be over 2,000 years old — truly awe-inspiring to see in person. Rows of red torii gates at the entrance create a beautiful and traditional atmosphere. The shrine thoughtfully provides a selfie stand for photos, and the Okusu observation deck is a quiet, relaxing spot to enjoy the greenery and scenery. A peaceful and meaningful place to visit in Atami.
No, there is no entrance fee to visit Kinomiya Shrine. The shrine is open to the public, and visitors are welcome to offer donations.
The Kinomiya Shrine Festival, held annually in July, is a vibrant celebration featuring traditional dances, music, and a parade that showcases the local culture and community spirit.
Yes, visitors can engage in various activities, such as walking around the sacred camphor tree, writing wishes on ema (wooden plaques), and purchasing omamori for good luck and health.
Kinomiya Shrine is about a 20-minute walk from Atami Station or a short bus ride away. The signs are well-marked, making it easy to find the shrine.
Yes, after visiting Kinomiya Shrine, you can explore nearby attractions such as Atami Castle, Atami Sun Beach, and the MOA Museum of Art, all of which offer a blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences.
It is a beautiful shrine with many great photo spots. On the day I visited, there was a wedding ceremony that felt warm and well-organized. I especially enjoyed the café at the back, where I had green tea and some chewy, delicious desserts. The atmosphere was calm and refreshing—sitting there surrounded by greenery made for a truly pleasant and relaxing experience.
Came on a Wednesday at 9am and while there were some people there it definitely wasn't crowded like we saw around 1 or 2 pm. It is such a lovely shrine with so many little pathways - there's a path of small tori gates (only like 8), then some stairs to view the river / stream. The shrine is said to bring good fortune and luck. It's well known for its 2000 year old camphor tree, if you walk around the tree it's said to add a year to your life span. We walked around that and the smaller tree for good measure. :)
Absolutely beautiful shrine. Well worth a visit. It has a couple of large ancient trees and generally is in such a lovely setting. It was fairly busy when we went but there were signs encouraging you to go back at night and see it lit up. We did that and we were the only ones there! It was really lovely at night
Beautiful shrine and kind staff. We started our goshuinmeguri here because we loved the trees and the wooden goshuincho.
Even on a very hot day, the shade and trees are cooling.
As with other popular shrines, please go early in the day to avoid crowds.
