Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Shikinaisha
Ujigami Shrine
宇治上神社
/ Ujigami Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
10 min walk
Hours
9:00-16:20
Overview
Ujigami Shrine holds the distinction of containing the oldest surviving shrine architecture in Japan. Its main hall, dating to the late Heian period (late 11th century), is a National Treasure that provides invaluable evidence of ancient shrine construction techniques. The worship hall, a Kamakura-period structure in the elegant shinden-zukuri residential style, is also a National Treasure. Despite its modest size, the shrine's architectural significance earned it UNESCO World Heritage status as part of the 'Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.'
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
God of archery, war, and the protector of warriors; also guardian of the Japanese nation and the Imperial house
⛩
Nintoku
primary Deity
⛩
Uji No Wakiiratsuko
primary Deity
Blessings
Shrine Network
Did You Know?
💡
The main hall is the oldest surviving shrine building in Japan, predating all other existing shrine structures.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
34.8939, 135.8119
Physical Address
59 Uji Yamada, Uji-shi, Kyoto
京都府宇治市宇治山田59
Access
Uji Station (Keihan)
10 min walk
Hours
9:00-16:20
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 Ujigami Shrine?
Ujigami Shrine holds the distinction of containing the oldest surviving shrine architecture in Japan. Its main hall, dating to the late Heian period (late 11th century), is a National Treasure that provides invaluable evidence of ancient shrine construction techniques. The worship hall, a Kamakura-period structure in the elegant shinden-zukuri residential style, is also a National Treasure. Despite its modest size, the shrine's architectural significance earned it UNESCO World Heritage status as part of the 'Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto.'
Where is Ujigami Shrine located?
Ujigami Shrine is located in Uji-shi, Kyoto. The full address is: 59 Uji Yamada, Uji-shi, Kyoto.
What deities are enshrined at Ujigami Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Hachiman Okami, nintoku, uji no wakiiratsuko.