Kashima Jingu Shrine

Super Recommend place!!
Traditional temple was built in 600BC. Very nice atmosphere. The pond behind (actually go down) from the temple is very perfect. Water is superb.

Extremely beautiful, the atmosphere is serene and reverent. A must if you're ever in the area. (The 団子 at the shrine's restaurant is delicious!)

A religious site for Japanese, calming forest, and nice atmosphere. You can find deers and shop traditional charms things and also foods/beverages.

You get to see where there is a huge rock planted deep to stop awful earthquakes from happening; many shrines to visit; good food restaurants, plenty of parking space areas nearby for about 800 yen; very friendly environment, many people who can speak English to help with tourism.

I love this shrine i visit once a year always felt serene when i am here, just walking around and looking at the old shrines is relaxing, New Year is always crowded there are deers too, not much mini stores around maybe because of the pandemic

A very special place for Japan Budo participants. You will find the scrolls of this Shrine in most Dojo in Japan.

It was 300 km drive from Tokyo.I missed driving long distance so it was ok. This spot is known for power spot. The sounds of wind, birds singing nearby and fresh air. What’s a nice weekend gateway.

Kashima Jingu is the most famous shrine in this area. Highest grade of shrine is called “Jingu”. It’s first time for me to visit here. Path in the saint forest impressed me so much because of its atmosphere which is so hard to explain. This shrine is one of the spots I recommend most in Ibaraki prefecture.
Don’t miss it!

Kashima Shrine is said to be the oldest shrine in the Kanto region, and is the head shrine of approximately
600 Kashima Shrines nationwide.
Mitarai Pond, located within the shrine grounds, is a sacred pond that has been used as a place for purification by Shinto priests and worshipers since ancient times, and the Great Kan Purification ceremony is still held in January. There is 400,000 liters of spring water a day here, and it is so clear that you can see the bottom of the water and the carp swimming around.

Shinto Kashima Jingu Shrine is a quiet & calming place. It's look like a huge shrine in the middle of jungle. You can learn a lot of local wisdom & Japan history from this area. I came here for the first time in 2013, when I joined a student exchange programme between Indonesia & Japan, organized by JPF (Japan Foundation), JICE (Japan International Cooperation Center) & JTB (Japan Travel Bureau).

Peace and delegent area for smooth walking.

A shrine having great view. You can enjoy some traditional Japanese foods here and enjoy the nature environment.

Be careful about the schedule of the train as it depart every 30 mins. It takes near an hour form Narita and the JR tokyo wide pass is recommended. If you have time you can also visit the Kotori Shrine near by.

Beautiful shrine with a lot of nature. This place is really big and you get to spend as much time as you want without getting bored.

Relaxing as can be. Nice walking trails around the shrine.

First shrine commissioned by Emperor Jinnu in 660bc devoted to Gods of Martial Arts. Clean, Forest-park with different sections

One of my favourite shrines in all of Japan! Beautiful scenery with ancient trees and a storied past. Definitely check it out if you're travelling anywhere nearby.

Unbelievably clean solid air through by ancient forest. Worth to see beautiful old trees and complexed wooden architecture.

Very calm and quiet place. I go there to relax sometimes as the forest is magical. :)

One of the oldest shrines in Japan. Fairly easy access from Tokyo and close to an ocean as well. Makes a nice stop for a motorcycle day trip.

We had a good time at the shrine...