Ikuta-jinja Shrine

This is a very nice shrine to visit while in Japan. If you have time and are staying in Osaka it is located approximately 40 minutes by train from Osaka. From Kobe station it is about a 15 minute walk to the shrine. Here you can get your official stamps on your book (for those who collect stamps when visiting temples) for a cost of 500 Yen. You can also purchase the books here. The temple itself is free to visit. I would highly recommend a visit to this temple.

The colors were magnificent and the jinja grounds was very big! I loved the tall tori gates, and how central it was in the city. I just didn’t expect there to be so much people. It was kinda hard to enjoy it. And it’s unfair to say that it’s the shrine’s fault, if we base it on beauty alone it deserves a 5 star. But 4 star just because it wasn’t as peaceful and serene as I thought it would be. But still a must see if you’re in Kobe.

Easy to access, walking distance from train station. Free entrance and this is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. This shrine is famous of bring people good luck and making romantic connection

The Ikuta-jinja shrine offers a relaxing and tranquil environment right in the heart of the city, perfect spot to relax and escape the urban city atmosphere. When we visited, there weren't much people, so no need to worry about crowds or queuing in here. Worth a visit if you're exploring central Kobe.

A beautiful and energetically powerful Shinto site. This temple is an oasis of peace and strong energy in the middle of a bustling city. We recommend visiting. It is located in a very accessible location, close to the central station.

Quiet and clean shrine in the heart of the city. Perfect for a peaceful afternoon walk or just to relax and clear your mind. A hidden gem worth visiting when you're in Kobe.

Ikuta Jinja Kobe is located near Sannomiya station. It is one of the oldest shrine in Japan. Founded by Empress Jingu in 3AD. Ikuta Jinja enshrine Wakahime-No-Mikoto. Worshipped for protection and granting prosperity and good health. Many parent bring their baby and child here for prayer. For good birth, good health and growth. Wedding ceremony are also held here. A scared sake is brew here. Ikuta forest at the north is a must visit place at this shrine. There you can get your fortune slip and put it into the water to show your fortune. Get the fortune slip at gift shop and go to the stream with small bridge. Place the slip on the water to reveal your fortune. Tea Ceremony and Flower Arrangement are held here. Where you can join as member (annual or one day)

The shrine is well built with a small garden inside where I met a little black cat 😺 Good place for a little walk after filling your stomach with Kobe Wagyu