Kensha

Awa Shrine

阿波神社

/ Awa Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
10 min walk
Hours
24 hours

Overview

Awa Shrine enshrines Emperor Gotoba, renowned as one of Japan's greatest waka poets and compiler of the Shin Kokinshu anthology.

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

Alternate ID for Emperor Go-Toba. See emperor-go-toba.

Blessings

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

34.1619, 134.5271

Physical Address

Iketani, Oasa-cho, Naruto, Tokushima 779-0302

〒779-0302 徳島県鳴門市大麻町池谷

Historical Province

Awa

Access

Ikenotani Station (JR Naruto Line)

10 min walk

Hours

24 hours

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

What is Awa Shrine?

Awa Shrine enshrines Emperor Gotoba, renowned as one of Japan's greatest waka poets and compiler of the Shin Kokinshu anthology.

Where is Awa Shrine located?

Awa Shrine is located in Naruto, Tokushima. The full address is: Iketani, Oasa-cho, Naruto, Tokushima 779-0302.