Place of worship • 65-41 Onyū, Obama, Fukui 917-0241, Japan
Wakasa-hime Shrine, nestled in Obama City, Fukui Prefecture, is a highly esteemed shrine known as Wakasa-kuni Ichinomiya. Situated about a 10-minute walk from Higashi-Obama Station, the location is convenient. However, once you step into the shrine grounds, you are enveloped in a mystical space separated from the modern world.
One of the highlights within the grounds is the "Thousand-year Cedar," a tree over 1000 years old. Previously restricted, visitors can now touch this ancient tree directly thanks to the priest's goodwill. This is a precious experience where one can feel ancient history and benefit from the power spot.
The charm of Wakasa-hime Shrine lies not in its grand shrine buildings but in the wabi-sabi atmosphere created by moss-covered ground and ancient trees. This unique ambiance captivates and holds the hearts of visitors. It has been cultivated over many years and cannot be artificially recreated.
It is common to visit Wakasa-hime Shrine together with the nearby Wakasa-hiko Shrine. Both shrines’ goshuin can be obtained at Wakasa-hime Shrine, and the shrine office is open even on weekdays, making it convenient for visitors.
Visitors consistently speak of the unique atmosphere of this shrine. The feeling of being separated from the modern world, the indescribable mystique, akin to the sacred air of Ise Jingu and Motoise.
Wakasa-hime Shrine is more than just a tourist spot. In this sacred space woven by long history, visitors can cleanse their souls. Escape the hustle and bustle and spend tranquil moments as if conversing with nature and the deities. This special place breathing in Wakasa awaits you.
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