Usa-jingu Shrine

This is a very beautiful Shinto shrine. I would argue the most beautiful I've ever been to.

This shrine is ranked 2nd in importance after Ise Jingu near Nagoya. I've visited there as well, however, I'd rate this as more physically beautiful. Both the nature and the architecture are stunning.

The main shrine itself was under construction, though everywhere else was still visible. A number of sights stood out to me, such as the covered bridge over the river , the bridges in the pond, and the huge torii gates.

I noticed an interesting tradition here that stood out to me. You clap four times while praying, unlike the usual two. There's also a spot with 3 shrines lined up in order left to right, and the tradition is to pray at each one in order.

Such a lovely shrine! It’s the second most prestigious shrine after Ise Shrine in Mie. Part of it was under construction, but it was still nice to walk around the quiet area and snack at the places lined up outside the gates. Not as spacious as Ise Shrine, but still definitely worth a visit

Went for new year, was busy but no real queuing or waiting like you get at other shrines on new year's day. Very beautiful shrine, feels like you're stepping back hundreds of years into traditional Japan.

Usa-jingu in Oita is believed to be the first Shinto shrine in Japan in which Hachiman-ji, the god of military power, was enshrined. A Buddhist temple called Miroku-ji is also built next to it, which makes it the first shrine-temple ever.

The main hall and the Kujaku Monkei are designated amongst Japan's National Treasures.

When visiting, be sure to place your hands on the large camphor tree there to wish for success.

Under restoration this time.
Nice place to see history and some nice shops around.

You can see different kinds of hot spring and definitely love the place intact with the nature

One of the most important shrines in Japan. You can get gochuin here.

Beautiful area, well maintained buildings. Lots of stairs, but most are easy to traverse. Some of the paths around the pond are closed, probably because of slipperiness.

Currently the main building's entry gate undergoing maintenance, but the main building itself can be viewed in its entirety. The toilets there are also still accessible.

The whole park is wheelchair-friendly, although getting up to the main building seems to require a reservation for the "monorail", as it's not publicly accessible.

Amazing shrine. Our group was lucky enough to have a tour inside the shrine, not normally available to visitors.

Very nice temple and old big tree there🌳 i hug and wish 🙏 thanks

GOOD

A must see shrine in Bungotakada. Parking is a little steep at a flat 400¥ but the Shrine grounds are wonderful to walk around and enjoy the care put into it. It will take about 40 minutes to enjoy everything that is there. Also if you correct Shrine Seals, they stop at 1600 but the Main Shrine still has charms until 1700.

An impressive shrine, in a large grounds. Not too busy

Huge, beautiful shrine to spend an hour or two. Paid parking lots are available for 400 yen. It takes a bit of a walk to get to the shrine. I liked the souvenir stores outside the shrine, selling food, snacks, and more.

I've visited many different shrines all over Japan, and I have many favorites, but this Usa Shrine is one of the best.

I want to visit this place again and again. It's truly amazing to spend time in the grounds with a wonderful atmosphere and Japan is the best country in the world! It's the kind of place that makes you feel like you're in the right place.

When you want to open your heart and face yourself, you should visit this Usa Shrine. This is the kind of place that will make you feel like that.

Usa Jingū / Usa Hachimangū is a gorgeous Shinto Shrine. It is a massive complex. We originally only planned to do an hour’s worth of visit but ended up strolling around the complex for hours. Serene and very photogenic, with hardly any tourist about when we went (mid-late December).

The significance of Usa Jingu is not well known by foreign visitors but when you arrive here you understand what an important shrine it is. It is very large and the buildings look like they were recently rebuilt but actually they are centuries old and just very well maintained. Come in the fall to enjoy the lovely autumn colors.

it’s a must see in Oita pref. it’s one of the biggest/ oldest shinto shrines in Japan. Even though i’m not religious at all, still enjoyed going there and taking my visiting friends from Tokyo.

Huge shrine, similar to Meiji jingu. Parking was 400yen

Its such a pretty place. There are so many koi in the river.