[Osaka Prefecture/Sumiyoshi Taisha] A shrine that has been watching over the sea since ancient times

When you think of Osaka, you think of Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine, the first shrine that comes to mind. Long ago, there was a port called "Sumiyoshi Port," and Japanese envoys to the Sui and Tang dynasties departed from here. As a result, it became a shrine that watched over sea voyages. One of the main blessings is safe voyages! The spectacular drum bridge over the sacred pond is an incredible 48-degree incline. It is said that simply crossing it is the same as being purified. ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ❥❥ Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine 🚉Sumiyoshi Taisha Station → 🚶‍♀️ 3 minute walk 🚉Sumiyoshi Higashi Station → 🚶‍♀️ 5 minute walk ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine #Shrine tour #Osaka trip #Osaka sightseeing