Izumo Taisha Shrine

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  • Address
    215 N Kukui St, Chinatown
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  • Phone
    522 7060

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Across the river from the Taoist temple, the Izumo Taisha Shrine was built by Japanese immigrants in 1923. During WWII the property was confiscated by the city of Honolulu and wasn't returned to its congregation until 1962. Incidentally, the 100lb sacks of rice that sit near the altar symbolize good health, while ringing the bell at the shrine entrance is considered an act of purification for those who come to pray.

School children from Japan journey to this shrine each year as a gesture of peace.