Toukei Shrine was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range" in October 2016.
The dragon-shaped temizuya (water basin) welcomes you. After purifying your hands, proceed further inside.
Due to the rain, the number of visitors is sparse.
As I stroll around, I spot a lively-looking statue tucked away in a corner.
This statue depicts a scene from the Tale of the Heike, where seven roosters, representing the Taira and Minamoto clans, fought to determine the battle's outcome.
Length of Stay: 30 minutes (including travel from the parking lot)
