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Omi Shrine
Multi-source verified近江神宮
Known as the sacred birthplace of competitive karuta, this shrine hosts the annual national karuta championship. It holds deep significance in Chihayafuru as the ultimate destination for serious karuta players seeking to compete at the highest level.
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Omi Shrine is listed as a real-world anime location connected to Chihayafuru.
- Nearest station
- Omi-Jingu-mae Station
- Address
- 滋賀県大津市神宮町1-1
- Visit note
- Take Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line to Omi-Jingu-mae Station, then walk 3…
Featured in 1 anime
ChihayafuruCentral location for the climactic national championship matches, appearing in dramatic tournament scenes where main characters compete for the ultimate karuta titles
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Access
Nearest Station: Omi-Jingu-mae Station
Take Keihan Ishiyama Sakamoto Line to Omi-Jingu-mae Station, then walk 3 minutes northeast
滋賀県大津市神宮町1-1
Visitor Tips
Early morning for peaceful atmosphere
High during karuta season (winter)
Respectful photography allowed in shrine grounds
January hosts actual national karuta championships, creating authentic pilgrimage experience
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