We were here during gloomy weather (slightly rainy) and it made the atmosphere even more dreamy and beautiful. This was my favorite temple / shrine I have visited in Japan. It is definitely (in my opinion) the most beautiful one in Takayama.
it was worth visiting on a hot day. many tourist and people worshipping had a good time there because hundreds of windbells were making cool sound.
Takayama is a wonderful Edo town of old buildings with a lovely river going through it and an amazing atmosphere altogether the main shrine is perfect and forms the centre of the old part. I am so pleased that I went to Takayama and frankly you can keep Kyoto because Takayama is better.
Beautiful spot in November with great autumn colors. Probably the most crowded of the sites we saw in town, but with the exception of one large tour group that took over the stairs for a photo the experience was otherwise not impacted. The higher up you go the quieter and more peaceful it became.
Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine has such a calm and peaceful atmosphere. It’s surrounded by beautiful flowers and offers a lovely scenic spot for photos. Though it’s not a large shrine, it’s the perfect place to relax and feel a sense of tranquility in Takayama. 🌸
