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Namba Yasaka Shrine
難波八阪神社Osaka · Kansai
A Shinto shrine dedicated to Susanoo-no-mikoto, defined by the Shishiden (lion hall) — a 12m-high lion-head-shaped stage rebuilt in 1974, used for kagura and lion dances and a popular photo spot.
- Best season
- Year-round
- Year-round; notable for Toka Ebisu (Jan 9-11) and setsubun (Feb)
- Crowd level
- Popular
- Rating
- 4.5· 15,950 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Admission
- Free to enter the precinct with the giant lion-head ema-den. Gates 6:00-17:00; shrine office (goshuin, charms — paid) 9:00-17:00.
- Nearest station
- Namba Station (Nankai/Midosuji/Yotsubashi lines), 5-6 min walk
- Website
- nambayasaka.jp
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
6:30–17:00FreeStored weekly hours
Daily 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM
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