OsakaLeisure

Ibaraki Shrine (茨木神社)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Enjoy a light meal at local eateries and cafés, and take a leisurely neighborhood walk

About 15 min from the previous stop

About 45 min here

About 20 min to the next stop

Next stop: Spend quality family time at the waterfront and spacious lawn areas along the river

About this spot

A shrine situated in the heart of Ibaraki City that has been cherished as the local guardian deity since ancient times. The grounds, surrounded by trees, maintain their serenity despite being in an urban area, and even on hot summer days, the tree shade provides refreshing coolness. You can worship slowly in this historic shrine's main building, and the grounds are also a popular photography spot. It's a shrine recommended for families seeking peaceful moments while in the heart of town.

Tips

About a 10-minute walk from the shopping street in front of Hankyu Ibaraki City Station. Entry to the shrine grounds is free, and it's rarely crowded. It's also an easy distance to reach Nishikawara Park next by foot or bus.