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Udo Jingu Shrine & Obi Castle Town

Miyazaki (Aburatsu), Japan

Udo Jingu Shrine & Obi Castle Town

DETAILS

  • 5
    hrs Estimate Duration

OVERVIEW

Explore a cliffside shrine said to bestow good fortune and meander through the restored 16th-century castle and samurai district in the town of Obi. The vermilion-red Udo Jingu shrine is tucked into a coastal cave and dedicated to the father of Jimmu, the mythical first emperor of Japan. This sacred site supposedly has the power to enhance fertility and heighten romance. The views of the sea and boulder-strewn shore below will be spectacular. You may see visitors hurling clay balls at a target in the rocks, which if hit will allegedly bring good luck. A walk through Obi Castle will be just as enlightening as you will learn about the Ito clan that ruled from there for centuries until the mid-1800s. The cedar Otemon Gate and the castle museum are particularly impressive. During free time in the surrounding town of Obi, you will see historical samurai residences that have been beautifully preserved.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Enjoy gorgeous views of the sea and the boulders below from cliffside Udo Jingu shrine.
• Browse the shrine, which is dedicated to the father of Japan’s mythical first emperor.
• Walk through restored Obi Castle and the town that it protected for centuries.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes a moderate amount of walking. Tour is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. It is We recommended the guests to bring Japanese yen if they wish to buy souvenirs. The order of the tour sites visited may vary. Weather appropriate clothing; flat and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Adventure
Wildlife Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve physical exertion for extended periods of time; can involve uneven or steep terrain or swimming in a light current. Recommended only for physically fit and adventurous travelers.
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