What other travelers are saying about Namba Yasaka Shrine
What other shrine has a giant lion head? This super unique shrine was pleasant to visit, and it’s not very large so you won’t need much more than half an hour to admire it. The staff on site are very friendly and there’s a shop to purchase small charms and ema boards to write your wishes on. It’s much more peaceful and serene in the morning before the tourists pour in.
On our last day in Osaka we started the morning with a visit to the Lion Shrine. What a magical place! Without a doubt one of the coolest things I’ve seen in Japan. We had some peaceful time here but after a while it started to get busier. After taking a few nice photos, we wandered around the area a bit more.
The place is a bit far from Namba station. Long walk is required. So, you have to face with hard sunlight and thirsty. Please prepare from exhausted. By the way, the shrine is magical and the charm is very cute. Don't miss this place if you want to find some inspiration and god power.
Just another shrine.
I wish there were some information boards explaining the reason for the lions head and about the patron good of the shrine. The lion head itself is worth visiting for a look, but other than that there is nothing special to do at this shrine compared to other shrines.
Not a must do item or a place I would go again.
A busy but well worth it place to visit in Osaka. It’s kind of car from a metro or train station, but the walk is enjoyable. Once again, there are a lot of people there, but it doesn’t ruin it. The head is much bigger than I expected!
