
Sumiyoshi Shrine (住吉神社)
Flow of the course
About 15 min from the previous stop
About 45 min here
About 15 min to the next stop
Next stop: Fill Up on Festival Food Stalls While Waiting for the Fireworks Amid the Festival BustleAbout this spot
This shrine sits in the town of Imazu, and the adjoining Sumiyoshi Park (住吉公園) is also part of tonight's summer festival venue. The grounds, surrounded by trees, are wrapped in a quiet, calm atmosphere, making it a good spot to catch your breath after a walk along the lakeshore. Pay a visit to this shrine, cherished by the local community, and pray for the festival to go smoothly.
Tips
Within walking distance of Imazu Beach. From evening onward on the day of the summer festival, the adjoining Sumiyoshi Park becomes the venue and gets crowded, so it is recommended to visit before then.
Best time to visit
About 45 minutes. You can visit at a relaxed pace during the calm time before evening.
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〒520-1621 滋賀県高島市今津町今津289−2
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