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Izumo: Walking the Sacred Grounds of Izumo Taisha

By DeepExperience
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 11,032 and current price is P 7,722 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Discover the profound spiritual significance of Izumo Taisha, one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines. This guided tour invites you to explore the intertwining of sacred space, ritual, and mythology on your journey into the realm of the gods. Starting either at the shrine or Izumo-shi Station, you’ll learn about Shinto beliefs while participating in traditional rituals, including hand purification. As you walk through serene landscapes, stories of deities and ancient architecture unfold, enhancing your understanding of Izumo's unique place in Japanese culture. Reflect on your experience as you conclude your pilgrimage back at the starting point.

  • Immerse yourself in the spiritual landscape of Izumo Taisha
  • Participate in traditional rituals, including hand purification
  • Learn about Shinto beliefs and the significance of the surrounding nature
  • Explore the myths surrounding Ōkuninushi and other deities in Japanese culture
Activity location
  • Izumo Grand Shrine
    • 195 Taishacho Kizukihigashi,
    • 699-0701, Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • IZUMOSHI STATION
    • Ekikitamachi
    • 693-0007, Izumo, Shimane, Japan

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Izumo-shi Station Meeting
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Izumo-shi Station Meeting
Starting point:
IZUMOSHI STATION, Ekikitamachi, Izumo, Shimane 693-0007, Japan

Language options: English
Price details
P 11,031.51
P 7,722.06 x 1 AdultP 7,722.06
Total
The previous price was P 11,031.51 and current price is P 7,722.06
30% off
Until Wed, Feb 25
Izumo Taisha On-site Meeting
  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English

Izumo Taisha On-site Meeting
Starting point:
Izumo Taisha Grand Gate of Seidamari, Taishacho Kizukihigashi, Izumo, Shimane 699-0701, Japan

Language options: English
Price details
P 11,031.51
P 7,722.06 x 1 AdultP 7,722.06
Total
The previous price was P 11,031.51 and current price is P 7,722.06
30% off
Until Wed, Feb 25

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Izumo Taisha
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals

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  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Izumo Grand Shrine
  • 1h 30m
Izumo Taisha is one of Japan’s oldest and most significant Shinto shrines, located in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture. Dedicated to Ōkuninushi, a major deity in Japanese mythology, it is traditionally associated with en-musubi, the formation of connections between people, communities, and events. Visitors approach the shrine through a carefully designed sequence that leads gradually from the everyday world into sacred space. Purification rituals, forest paths, and symbolic boundaries emphasize humility and preparation before prayer. Izumo Taisha is renowned for its main sanctuary built in the ancient Taisha-zukuri architectural style. Archaeological evidence suggests it may once have stood at an exceptional height, highlighting the shrine’s long history and unique role in Japanese belief.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Izumo Grand Shrine
    • 195 Taishacho Kizukihigashi,
    • 699-0701, Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    IZUMOSHI STATION
    • Ekikitamachi
    • 693-0007, Izumo, Shimane, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Izumo Taisha Grand Gate of Seidamari
    • Taishacho Kizukihigashi
    • 699-0701, Izumo, Shimane, Japan
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Izumo Taisha Grand Gate of Seidamari
    • Taishacho Kizukihigashi
    • 699-0701, Izumo, Shimane, Japan

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