notice - The article on Shirakawa-go has been published.
notice - The article on Shirakawa-go has been published.
A Guide to Temples and Shrines in Gifu Prefecture: A Journey Through History and Blessings
Gifu Prefecture is home to many unique temples and shrines, each with its own unique character, including Kinjinja Shrine, known for its blessings of increasing one's fortune in terms of money, the historic Inaba Shrine, Hie Shrine, protected by Hida artisans, and an ancient temple tucked away in the mountains of Shirakawa-go. These places are popular not only as tourist attractions, but also as places of divine blessing and power spots.
Search for temples and shrines by area
- Temples and Shrines in Gifu City
- Temples and Shrines of Hida Takayama
- Temples and Shrines of Shirakawa-go
- Temples and shrines in the Ogaki area
- Temples and shrines in the Gujo area
- Temples and shrines in the Ena area
- Temples and Shrines in the Nakatsugawa Area
- Temples and Shrines in the Seki and Mino Areas
- Temples and Shrines in the Gero Area
- Other local temples and shrines
Featured temples and shrines
- Kane Shrine (Gifu City) - Famous for its blessings of increasing financial luck. The golden torii gate is symbolic
- Inaba Shrine (Gifu City) – Gifu's main shrine. Bustling with many visitors every year
- Hie Shrine (Hida Takayama) – The stage for the Takayama Festival. A shrine beloved by the people of Hida for a long time.
Visiting Gifu's temples and shrines based on their blessings
Gifu Prefecture's temples and shrines are said to bring various benefits, such as financial luck, business prosperity, love, safe childbirth, and academic success, so it's recommended to visit them depending on your purpose. In recent years, they have also been gaining attention as places to collect goshuin stamps and take great photos.