Worth all the steps up to the shrine and temple. The steps can be a bit rocky so be careful. Once you’ve made it to the top it’s a great view of the city. You can walk around the temple but can’t go in. Don’t forget to walk around the side and back where you will find the torii gates and it’s a great photo opportunity.
There’s toilets and vending machines off to right at the main temple. You can access the park from here too.
It's a beautiful shrine. There are mikos in there as well, the one in glasses looks pretty but I wouldn't dare to take picture of her 🫠
A beautiful and peaceful shrine, perfect for those looking to experience a spiritual and cultural site in the city. With no entrance fee and fewer crowds during the weekdays, it offers a quiet and reflective atmosphere.
The temple grounds are well maintained, featuring traditional architecture, sacred monuments, and a serene ambiance. As an important Shinto shrine, it holds deep historical and cultural significance.
A great place to explore, appreciate Japan’s spiritual heritage, and enjoy a moment of tranquility 🧘away from the city's busy streets.
The diverse collection of komainu (guardian lion-dogs) with fun legends behind them was a pleasant surprise.
Visited at night and it was so peaceful. The stairs up are a bit long, but totally worth it for the calm atmosphere and beautiful city lights at the top. A perfect spot for a quiet moment in Nagasaki.
This was the only shrine in Nagasaki where I received a goshuin, which cost around ¥500.
It was drizzling when we visited, making the stairs slippery and uneven, so be sure to hold on to the handrails. The climb up is quite long, but reaching the shrine and offering a prayer made it all worth it.
Visited in the last week of September.
