Takio-jinja
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TEL :075-531-2551 Address :11 Chome-718 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto Access :JR Nara Line Tofukuji Station > 2 minutes walk |
Introduction to Takio-jinja shrine
This shrine enshrines Onamuchi-no-Mikoto as its principal deity. Mahakala, Sarasvati, and Vaisravana are also enshrined here.
The exact date of its founding is unknown, but it was moved to its current location in 1586 and renamed Takio-jinja Shrine in the first half of the 18th century, which it remains to this day.
The main shrine building was relocated from Kifune-jinja Shrine and features numerous animal carvings.
Dragon carving
There is a dragon carving on the ceiling of the worship hall. It was 8 meters (26.25 feet) long and so intricately made that it was feared to come to life at night.
Eel votive plaque
Mishima-jinja Shrine, located within the grounds of Takio-jinja Shrine, is a rare shrine in which eels are its messengers.
A votive plaque with two eels on it is said to grant fertility, while three eels are said to grant safe childbirth.
The Eel Festival is held every year on October 26th. Eel dealers from all over the country participate in this festival and release eels into the pond.
