Kanpei-chusha

Minase Shrine

水無瀬神宮

/ Minase Jingu

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
10 min walk
Hours
9:00-17:00

Overview

Minase Shrine enshrines Emperor Go-Toba, the cultured sovereign and master poet who launched the failed Jokyu Rebellion against the Kamakura shogunate. The shrine's spring water, known as 'Rikyu no Mizu,' is one of Japan's 100 Famous Waters and draws many visitors.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1240 [En'ou 2]

Enshrines Emperor Go-Toba and two other exiled emperors. Known for its natural spring water.

📄
Documented
1240

Source: Shrine records

Enshrined Deities

Emperor Go Toba
primary Deity

Blessings

Shrine Network

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

34.8825, 135.6706

Physical Address

3-10-24 Hirose, Shimamoto-cho, Mishima-gun, Osaka

大阪府三島郡島本町広瀬3丁目10-24

Access

Shimamoto Station (JR Tokaido Line)

10 min walk

Hours

9:00-17:00

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 Minase Shrine?

Minase Shrine enshrines Emperor Go-Toba, the cultured sovereign and master poet who launched the failed Jokyu Rebellion against the Kamakura shogunate. The shrine's spring water, known as 'Rikyu no Mizu,' is one of Japan's 100 Famous Waters and draws many visitors.

Where is Minase Shrine located?

Minase Shrine is located in Mishima-gun, Shimamoto-cho, Osaka. The full address is: 3-10-24 Hirose, Shimamoto-cho, Mishima-gun, Osaka.