Isonokami Jingū

Overview

Isonokami Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Furu, Tenri, Nara Prefecture. It is a shikinai-sha of the highest rank (myōjin-taisha) and holds the top court rank of Shō-ichi-i. One of the oldest extant shrines in Japan, it is mentioned in the Kojiki and the Nihon Shoki, and the Seven-Branched Sword handed down here is well known.

Highlights

• ●Its distinction as an ancient shrine mentioned in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki
• ●The presence of the Seven-Branched Sword transmitted at the shrine
• ●Structures in the nagare-zukuri style, including buildings designated National Treasures
• ●Its high status as a shikinai-sha (myōjin-taisha)

History

One of the oldest extant Shinto shrines, it is recorded in the Kojiki and the Nihon Shoki and was highly regarded in ancient times. It is a shikinai-sha (myōjin-taisha) holding the court rank of Shō-ichi-i. Its structures, including the haiden of the Isonokami Shrine and that of the auxiliary Izumo Takeo Shrine, are designated National Treasures, and its buildings employ the nagare-zukuri style.

Map

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Suggested itinerary

1. 1Proceed along the approach and enter the precincts
2. 2View the shrine buildings, including the haiden designated a National Treasure
3. 3Note the nagare-zukuri architectural style of the halls
4. 4Explore the grounds while taking in the shrine's ancient heritage

Did you know?

💡 The Seven-Branched Sword handed down at the shrine is well known.

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