The Naiku Shrine 内宮

The holy of holies

Officially called kôtai jingu , the inner sanctuary is imbued with a mystical atmosphere that culminates in climbing the steps leading to the Shôden pavilion...


Address, timetable & access

  • Address

  • Price

    free admission
  • Access

    open daily from sunrise to sunset.

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