Okazaki Shrine
岡崎神社
Known as the "Rabbit Shrine," Okazaki Shrine is beloved for its hundreds of rabbit statues and decorations. Founded 794 AD to protect Kyoto from the northeast (an unlucky direction). Rabbits are sacred here as divine messengers, making it popular for fertility and safe childbirth prayers.
Key Architectural & Sacred Highlights
- Hundreds of adorable rabbit statues everywhere
- Rabbit-shaped omamori charms and ema prayer boards
- Fertility and safe childbirth blessings
- Free admission to charming compact shrine
- Popular Instagram spot for rabbit lovers
- Founded 794 AD with the creation of Kyoto
📍 How to Get There
Nearest Station
Bus stop Okazaki Jinja-mae (Bus 32, 93, 203)
Step-by-Step Directions
- 1 From Kyoto Station: Bus 5 to Okazaki Koen Bijutsukan-mae, then walk 5 min
- 2 From Heian Jingu: 10 minute walk east
- 3 From Nanzen-ji: 15 minute walk north
- 4 Small shrine, easy to miss - look for rabbit statues at entrance
Live Municipal Bus Approach GTFS-RT
Nearest Stop: Okazaki Jinja-mae (岡崎神社前) • ~1 min walk
Footwear & Accessibility Radar
Shoes Allowed Throughout (Rabbit Shrine)
Compact level grounds; outdoor shoes permitted everywhere.
Completely level courtyard with smooth paved approach from Marutamachi-dori.
Location & Maps
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Best Time to Visit
Year of the Rabbit (next: 2035) brings massive crowds. Otherwise any time is pleasant. Popular with expecting mothers and couples. Cherry blossoms beautiful in small courtyard.
Contact & Info
51 Okazaki Higashi Tenno-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto 606-8332
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