Overview
Nemichi Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Itadori, Seki, Gifu Prefecture. Formerly ranked as a village shrine, it is known nationwide for the nearby 'Monet's Pond.' The sight of koi swimming in clear spring water has been compared to Claude Monet's Water Lilies paintings, drawing many visitors.
Highlights
- ●A crystal-clear pond likened to Monet's Water Lilies
- ●Vivid koi swimming in clear spring water
- ●The modest air of a former village shrine
- ●The nature-rich setting of the mountainous Itadori district
History
The shrine claims to have been founded in the mid-9th century, but no reliable historical records exist before the early Edo period. Formerly a village shrine and not listed in the shrine registry, it is a modest sanctuary with humble origins.
Access
The shrine is located in Itadori, Seki, set in the mountainous Itadori district. For specific routes by public transport or car, please confirm with maps and official information.
Best season
Sunny days from early summer through summer, when water lilies bloom and the koi stand out, are especially recommended. Sunlight makes the water look clear, letting you enjoy a painting-like scene.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Worship at Nemichi Shrine
- 2Gaze at the adjacent Monet's Pond
- 3Photograph the clear water and swimming koi
- 4Enjoy the mountain nature of the Itadori district
Did you know?
💡 More than the shrine itself, the adjacent 'Monet's Pond,' where koi swim in transparent water, is famous, its beauty likened to Monet's Water Lilies.
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