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Nagoya, Aichi

Atsuta Jingu

熱田神宮

A wooded shrine in southern Nagoya, reached from several railway stations. Choose it for the main shrine approach and historic precinct; sword exhibitions are a separate paid visit.

Visit at a glance

Estimated visit time: 40–60 minutes
Main shrine worship and a short precinct walk; excludes station approaches, museums, formal prayers and queues. A planning allowance, not an official visit duration. Walking pace, breaks and queues vary.
Getting there: Nagoya tourism lists about 3 minutes from Meitetsu Jingu-mae Station to the east gate, or 7 minutes from Atsuta Jingu Nishi subway station (exit 2) to the west gate. These are gate approaches; allow additional time inside.
Grounds hours: The shrine’s FAQ states that ordinary worship is possible 24 hours a day. This does not mean every precinct path or exhibition facility is always open; follow local signs.
Office hours: Amulets: approximately 07:00 to sunset. Prayer and kagura reception: 08:30–16:00, according to the official FAQ. Exhibition hours and closure dates are separate.
Admission categories: Ordinary admission is free according to Nagoya tourism. The Treasure Hall, Kusanagi-kan, formal prayers and offerings are separate.

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What to see

Wooded approach to the main shrine
Shinmei-style shrine architecture
Nobunaga’s wall

Traditions & prayers

Traditionally associated with these prayers. Associations describe worship traditions, not guaranteed results.

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Enshrined kami

Atsuta Okami · Amaterasu Omikami (associated deity) · Susanoo no Mikoto (associated deity) · Yamato Takeru no Mikoto (associated deity) · Miyasuhime no Mikoto (associated deity) · Takeinadane no Mikoto (associated deity)

A short history

Shrine tradition connects its beginnings with Miyasuhime enshrining the Kusanagi sacred sword. The main shrine changed to Shinmei-style architecture in 1893 and was rebuilt in 1955 after wartime damage. The precinct also preserves a wall associated with Oda Nobunaga’s 1560 donation.

Before you go

The sacred Kusanagi sword is enshrined here; do not expect it to be on public display. Kusanagi-kan exhibits other swords and related material. Check the official precinct guide before entering restricted paths.

First shrine visit: etiquette & offerings →

Location

1-1-1 Jingu, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya, Aichi

35.1255, 136.9092 · Representative point in the main precinct or approach, checked on the GSI map; not a certified visitor entrance. · Location source

Sources

Details checked 2026-10-08. Check the official site for changes before visiting.

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