Ikutama Shrine
大阪府
One of the oldest shrines in Osaka with legendary origins at the time of Emperor Jinmu — relocated by Hideyoshi in 1583
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5 min walk from Tanimachi 9-chome Station, about 25 min from Shin-Osaka Station
13-9 Ikutama-cho, Tennoji-ku, Osaka
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生島大神、足島大神
Overview
One of Osaka's oldest shrines, with legendary origins dating to the reign of Emperor Jinmu. Enshrining Ikushima Okami and Tarushima Okami, the shrine was relocated from the site of Osaka Castle to its current location by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1583.
Origins
One of the oldest shrines in Osaka, traditionally founded in the era of Emperor Jinmu. In 1583 (Tensho 11), the shrine was relocated to its current site when Toyotomi Hideyoshi began construction of Osaka Castle.
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Hours
No explicit hours on official site. Osaka tourism site lists approx 9:00-17:00 (varies by season).
Admission
No admission fee stated.
As of 2026-07-17. Subject to change.
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