The Essential Guide to Osaka, Japan

"Tucked away from Namba's busy shopping streets, the shrine is instantly recognizable by its giant lion’s head entrance whose open mouth—large enough to fit a crowd—is wildly photogenic; local lore says entering the mouth will swallow your evil spirits and leave you purified, the small shrine is open 24 hours, and you can pick up a red lion’s head keychain as a souvenir." - Kim Kay Kim Kay Kim Kay is a freelance writer with a focus on Japan travel and culinary culture. Her writing has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Tokyo Weekender, ByFood, and other travel and lifestyle platforms.  Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines