Wakamiya Hachimangu-sha Shrine — Attraction in Kyoto

This shrine fopunded on Gojo street in Higashiyama-ku slightly west of Higashioji street is called Wakamiya-Hachimangu-sha. The original shrine was founded by Minamoto Clan in 1053 in another location nearby ( Sainoto-in street ) on the Reizei Emperor's order. It was moved to current location in 1605 after the War of Onin in Muromachi era.

Wakamiya-Hachimangu-sha 若宮八幡宮社 The place enshrines several monumental features dedicated to old-time Shoguns of Sengoku era such as Ashikaga Clan, Genji Clan. Since the main hall of this place enshrine s a godfather figure of past Japanese pettery master " Shiine Tsuhiko " as its deity, the shrine has been known as a pottery shrine. You might notice that there is a stone manument indicating this area of Gojo-zaka ( Sloping hill of Gojo ) is the birth place of Kiyomizu-yaki Pottery ( in another name called Kyo-Yaki ) right next to the front entrance on its left side. ( Trans-word+ : TGM...

This shrine is usually very quiet, but there’s currently a festival taking place. So I came by especially to update my photos and review.

It’s a great time to visit, especially for travelers looking to buy some ceramics to take home. I’m not sure how long the event will last, but there are many stalls set up along the roadside, selling purely handmade ceramic pieces—perfect for collecting or as gifts for family and friends.

The shrine itself is kept very clean and beautiful, and in the evening, the lanterns create a distinctly Japanese atmosphere.

A place well worth visiting—highly...

It is also known as a pottery shrine, and a stone monument stands here with the inscription, The birthplace of Kiyomizu-yaki pottery. The Pottery Festival used to be held in conjunction with the grand festival every year from August 7 to 10, but due to covid19, it is now held on a...