Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Fusha
Kozu Shrine
高津宮
/ Kozu-gu
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
5 min walk
Hours
6:00-17:00
Overview
Kozu Shrine enshrines Emperor Nintoku, celebrated as the most benevolent ruler in Japanese mythology. According to the Kojiki, when Nintoku saw no cooking smoke rising from his people's homes, he suspended all taxes for three years. The shrine occupies the traditional site of his Takatsu Palace.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
866 [Jogan 8]
Enshrines Emperor Nintoku, the benevolent sovereign who reduced taxes when he saw no smoke rising from the homes of his people.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
The 16th legendary emperor; celebrated for benevolent governance and reducing taxes; his burial mound is the largest keyhole kofun in Japan
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.6672, 135.5136
Physical Address
1-1-29 Kozu, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
大阪府大阪市中央区高津1-1-29
Historical Province
Settsu / Kawachi / Izumi
Access
Tanimachi Kyuchome Station (Osaka Metro)
5 min walk
Hours
6:00-17:00
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 Kozu Shrine?
Kozu Shrine enshrines Emperor Nintoku, celebrated as the most benevolent ruler in Japanese mythology. According to the Kojiki, when Nintoku saw no cooking smoke rising from his people's homes, he suspended all taxes for three years. The shrine occupies the traditional site of his Takatsu Palace.
Where is Kozu Shrine located?
Kozu Shrine is located in Osaka-shi, Chuo-ku, Osaka. The full address is: 1-1-29 Kozu, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka.