What other travelers are saying about Sumiyoshi Taisha
A beautiful and peaceful temple. The surroundings are clean and well-maintained, with a lovely little park and pond. The fish and turtles were a pleasant surprise – they add a special charm to the place. A perfect spot to relax, take a walk, and enjoy the calm atmosphere.
Such a beautiful and serene place. They have many small areas that are well kept and beautiful facilities. The worshipers are very understanding of tourists. Spent hours there and would again. The bridge though is very steep.
This shrine is one of the oldest Shinto shrine in Japan and aare associated with three deities associated with sea travel and protection of sailors, boats and fishermen. The shrine is just a short walk from Sumiyoshi Taisha Station on Nankai line. After the entrance, visitors encountered the iconic vermillion Taiko Bridge and the main halls dedicated to the three dieties. The area are well maintained with landscaped garden with trees, stone lanterns and a pond. The temple also offer its own goshuin andgoshuincho. Entrance to this shrine is free.
Maybe I missed something? There’s no tranquility here. Cicadas, yes. Tranquility, no. I didn’t find any spots for quiet reflection. I came early to avoid crowds, but cicadas are noisiest in the morning. I wouldn’t plan your day around this temple. Cool bridge! Great for a stunning picture, but if you’re looking for something enjoyable and peaceful, look elsewhere.
It was so beautiful here, very glad I went on a recommendation from my barista that morning. Was the perfect slow wandering last day activity, right on the same train line that takes you to Kansai airport so I got to get my bearings early before I had to go there too.
It's so tranquil and beautiful, the monthly unique goshuin are incredible, embroidered ones and I absolutely love the March one I got. They were quick with the hand signed goshuin in my book too. The old camphor tree there is absolute magic to stand by, it was rainy on my visit but I think that added to the magic a little bit.
