Asuka-jinja Shrine
Registered as a World Heritage Site in 2016
Asuka-Jinja Shrine is an ancient shrine on the southern side of the Kumano-gawa River, at the foot of Mt. Horaisan. According to the shrine's history, it was built in 423 BC. It has a deep connection with Jofuku, who was sent by the Chinese emperor Qin Shi Huang on a quest to discover the elixir of life; it is said that the shrine was built on the spot where Jofuku first landed. A pit-house from the Yayoi period (300 BC-300 AD) has been found on the site, which speaks for its long history. Asuka-Jinja Shrine was listed as a World Heritage Site in 2016.
Mt. Horaisan and Asuka-jinja Shrine
Asuka-Jinja Shrine stands at the base Mt. Horaisan and in the estuary of Kumano-gawa River.
Jofuku Shrine
It is said that Jofuku taught the local people shipbuilding, whaling, agriculture and papermaking. As such, there is a shrine dedicated to him within the grounds of Asuka-jinja.
Miyaido Ruins
Dedicated to the Sanskrit engraved rocky mountains in the area.
| URL |
https://iesui.com/nisi/suukeikai/ |
| Add |
Asuka 1-2-25, Shingu [Google Maps] |
| Tel |
0735-22-3986 |
| Open |
Free Sightseeing |
| Regular holiday |
Open 365 days/year |
| Parking Lot |
Available; free |
| Price |
Free |
| Credit Card |
N/A |
| Duty free |
N/A |
| Free Wi-Fi |
Available |
| Toilet |
Available |
| Lounge |
N/A |
| Souvenir Shop |
Available |
| Access |
10 minutes on foot from JR Shingu Station |
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