Namba Yasaka Jinja
Shinto shrine · Osaka-shi ·

Namba Yasaka Jinja

Shinto shrine · Osaka-shi ·

Unique shrine with massive lion head stage for good fortune

Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null
Namba Yasaka Jinja by null

Information

2 Chome-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan Get directions

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2 Chome-9-19 Motomachi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, 556-0016, Japan Get directions

+81 6 6641 1149
nambayasaka.jp

Features

restroom
wheelchair accessible entrance
wheelchair accessible parking lot

Last updated

Oct 28, 2025

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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

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Namba Yasaka Jinja

Frederik F.

Google
Second time in Osaka, first time visiting the Namba Yasaka Shrine. Very beautiful and unique shrine! The large lion statue in itself is worth the visit! The goshuin is also very pretty here! There were unfortunately also a lot of people in queue to make their prayers at the main shrine.

Kan

Google
Tourist spot around Namba, easy to walk from the train station. It might be quiet if you go early, but sometimes it’s crowded depending on the day. The giant lion-head hall is said to swallow bad luck and bring good fortune. 🌟✌🏻☺️ Right across from the gate entrance, there’s also a small ice cream shop, nice for a quick treat after visiting. 🍦

Angelane E.

Google
Tucked away in a neighborhood zone from the bustling and crowded area in Namba ; the shrine gives a sense of calmness that quieten the soul - the enormous giant lion head building ; which is mainly a post reconstruction from the fire raids remains the most iconic of the shrine . It’s only a five minute walk from the Namba station. Good spot to take memorable photos .

Melissa H.

Google
A beautiful unforgettable shrine. It was a bit touristy but we paid our respects took some pictures and enjoyed it for what it was. Not sure why Google said tickets were required for a shrine we pay at the shrine box a donation.

Linh T.

Google
It's free to enter, it's iconic temple in Namba area so it's very busy. There's no place to sit down so many tourists just sat down on the ground. You can spend ¥500 to draw your luck (and keep the fish as a charm). I wish foreigner tourists can be more respectful and stop wearing too short clothes to a religious worship places like this temple.

Melissa R

Google
On our last day in Osaka we started the morning with a visit to the Lion Shrine. What a magical place! Without a doubt one of the coolest things I’ve seen in Japan. We had some peaceful time here but after a while it started to get busier. After taking a few nice photos, we wandered around the area a bit more.

Meghana G.

Google
Just another shrine. I wish there were some information boards explaining the reason for the lions head and about the patron good of the shrine. The lion head itself is worth visiting for a look, but other than that there is nothing special to do at this shrine compared to other shrines. Not a must do item or a place I would go again.

Kanato B.

Google
The place is a bit far from Namba station. Long walk is required. So, you have to face with hard sunlight and thirsty. Please prepare from exhausted. By the way, the shrine is magical and the charm is very cute. Don't miss this place if you want to find some inspiration and god power.