Taga Shrine
Taga Shrine
Taga Shrine
Taga Shrine
Taga Shrine
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Taga Shrine

6 of 6 in Uwajima

Taga Shrine (多賀神社, Taga Jinja), located just north of the city center of Uwajima, is a unique and culturally significant site with a deep connection to fertility, health, and longevity. The shrine is renowned for its intriguing display of fertility-related symbols, including a striking two-meter wooden phallus near the main building. This object, once commonly displayed at shrines across Japan, was largely removed during the Meiji Period due to the influence of Western puritanical reforms. Despite this historical shift, Taga Shrine continues to celebrate these ancient symbols, offering a fascinating insight into the spiritual practices of the past.

Adjacent to the shrine is a museum that presents a captivating collection of adult-themed materials from both Japan and abroad. The museum features a variety of ukiyo-e prints, adult illustrations, and artifacts spanning different cultures and historical periods. While this collection offers a rare and thought-provoking exploration of human sexuality, it is important to note that visitors under the age of 20 are not allowed to enter the museum. The museum complements the shrine's unique focus on fertility and health, making it a distinctive stop for those exploring Japan’s cultural diversity.

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Hours and Fees

Taga Shrine
  • Opening hours
  • Always open

  • Closed
  • No closing days

  • Entrance fee
  • Free

Sex Museum
  • Hours
  • 8:00 to 17:00

  • Closed
  • No closing days

  • Price
  • 800 yen

Getting there

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Taga Shrine is a 15-minute walk from Uwajima Station.

Resources

Japanese

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