Uji Shrine is a historic shrine located in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture. It stands across the Uji River from Byodoin Temple. It also forms a pair with Ujikami Shrine, another World Heritage Site, and is revered as the guardian deity of the area. The shrine enshrines Ujinowakiiratsuko, known as the god of learning, and is … Continue reading Uji Jinja Shrine