Mikane Shrine
御金神社
A tiny but immensely popular shrine dedicated to Kanayama-hiko-no-Mikoto, the deity of metals and minerals, making it Kyoto's premier shrine for money luck and financial prosperity. Its golden torii gate is unmistakable and unique in all of Japan. Extremely popular with investors and business owners.
Key Architectural & Sacred Highlights
- Japan's only golden torii gate
- Shrine for money luck and financial success
- Popular with investors and business owners
- Golden ginkgo leaf-shaped ema prayer boards
- Free admission and centrally located
- Quick 5-10 minute visit with big impact
📍 How to Get There
Nearest Station
Karasuma Oike Station or Nijojo-mae Station (Subway) - 5 min walk
Step-by-Step Directions
- 1 From Kyoto Station: Subway to Karasuma Oike (6 min), walk 5 min west
- 2 From Nijo Castle: 5 minute walk east
- 3 Very small shrine on a residential street - easy to miss
- 4 Look for the distinctive golden torii gate
Live Municipal Bus Approach GTFS-RT
Nearest Stop: Horikawa Oike (堀川御池) • ~4 min walk
Footwear & Accessibility Radar
Shoes Allowed (Gold Torii Shrine)
Compact street-corner shrine; paved flags throughout.
Completely level access directly off Oike street sidewalk.
Location & Maps
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Best Time to Visit
New Year period (very crowded with people seeking prosperity). Before financial decisions or business ventures. Any time works - small shrine, quick visit. Golden ginkgo tree in autumn matches the golden gate.
Contact & Info
614 Oshikoji-cho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto 604-0042
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