Where “Kamihakari” (Matchmaking) brings people togetherOur last stop in the series of shrines in the land of the gods Izumo is, of course the famous Izumo Taisha. |
Travelling to the magnificent, mythical worldThe highlight of Izumo Taisha is the main shrine which stands 24 meters tall and is a National Treasure. The size of the main shrine is overwhelming and quite inspiring. In the Heian period, it is said to have been 48 m tall, which is larger than the Great Buddha Hall of Toshoji Temple in Nara. The building is full of mystery. Another mystery is the Ookuninushino Mikoto enshrined here is sideways, not front facing. |
ACCESS
- Izumo Taisha (Izumo Oyashiro)
- 195 Kizukihigashi Taishacho, Izumo, Shimane
- URL http://www.izumooyashiro.or.jp/