Atsuta Jingu Shrine
One of Japan's most sacred shrines, set in a tranquil ancient forest in Nagoya and home to the legendary Kusanagi sword.
When · Where
- When
- 2026/06/24 – 2026/06/24
- Where
- Atsuta Jingu, Nagoya（1-1-1 Jingu, Atsuta Ward, Nagoya, Aichi）
- City
- Nagoya
- Getting there
- Walk from Jingu-mae Stn (Meitetsu) or Jingu-nishi Stn (subway)
- Price
- Free
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Walk from Jingu-mae Stn (Meitetsu) or Jingu-nishi Stn (subway) Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- culture seekers, solo-goers
Highlights
- Serene forest paths within the city
- Home of the sacred Kusanagi sword
- Centuries-old camphor trees and treasure hall
Background & story
Founded nearly two millennia ago, Atsuta Jingu enshrines the Kusanagi-no-Tsurugi, one of the Three Sacred Treasures of Japan, and is second in standing only to Ise.
Good to know
It's an easy, free stop close to Nagoya Station; nearby Atsuta is also famous for hitsumabushi grilled-eel restaurants.