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Japan Shirahige jinja torii

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The "in-lake grand torii" of Shirahige site resembles the more famous torii of Itsukushima jinja at Miyajima.

The place is somewhat popular, particularly on weekends. However, as it is not advisable to swim to the torii, the view is not crowded at any time.

Photography Tips

From this perspective it is actually possible to see the sun or moon rise behind the torii. Also, don't forget to visit the shrine on the other side of the (busy) lakeside road.

Travel Information

The place is difficult to reach unless you have a car at your disposal. Parking is available at the shrine.
By train it is best to go from Kyoto to Omi-Takashima, then you'll have to walk approximately 3 km along the busy lakeside road.

Spot Type Outdoor

Crowd Factor Nearly no other people

Best Timing All timings are equally good

Sunrise & Sunset 04:55 - 19:08 | current local time: 00:03

Photo Themes Blue Water Lake Shinto Shrine Torii

Locations Shiga Lake Biwa Shirahige Biwa-ko Takashima

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Spot comments (1)

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Rose Witmer 09.07.

Absolutely gorgeous. Unfortunately, due to the dangers of the very busy road it is now forbidden to cross anywhere and safe/legal access to photograph the Tori is impossible. The shrine has suggested an observation point to view the shrine but you can no longer get the iconic shot without illegally crossing the very busy road and climbing over a fence blocking all paths to the lake.