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Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii

Tourist attraction Place of worship Shinto shrine

Shinto shrine of the Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii offering services & cultural events. People often mention shrine, Izumo, Japanese, Hawaii, year, good, Omamori,


Address

215 N Kukui St, Honolulu, HI 96817, United States

Website

www.izumotaishahawaii.com

Contact

+1 808-538-7778

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (1.3K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
  • Saturday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
  • Sunday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
  • Monday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:30 am to 5 pm
  • Thursday: 8:30 am to 5 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: shrine (10) Izumo (7) Japanese (6) Hawaii (6) year (6) good (6) Omamori (6)
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  • 5/5 Paradise W. 4 years ago on Google
    Izumo Taisha is one of the major Shinto Shrines which has about 300 branch shrines in Japan and their headquarters is located in Izumo city, Shimane Prefecture. The history of Izumo Taisha is as old as Japanese myth and their original remains can be traced back to the 3rd century. This Hawaii branch was established in 1906 when many immigrants from Japan came to work for Sugar plantations. Since then it has served both local communities and people and now many tourists from Japan too visit this shrine, especially for new year blessings. There are many kinds of Omanori (good luck charm) available here.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 cindy a. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s a good place to learn some Japanese culture. I happened to meet a group of Japanese tourists who visited the shrine and prayed. I observed their unique way of praying: wash hands, ring the bell, donate money, bow twice, clap hands four times, pray and bow once deeply.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brooke N. 4 years ago on Google
    I visit the Izumo Taisho temple annually, to be blessed for the New Year. I arrive around 1 am and the crowd is manageable. During the New Year celebrations is probably not the most convenient due to the limited parking and large crowds of people..Just plan to be patient and the waiting time. But in true Hawaii fashion, you’ll probably know someone standing in line. Despite this I attend this temple because this was my grandmother’s and attempting to keep with tradition since she has passed on. There’s a process...wash your hands, stand in line, place money (coins) into the wooden box, ring the bell, bow twice, clap your hands four times then bow again. The priest will waive white streams of paper over your head and chant words of blessings and protection. You are now blessed for the new year. Following this there are Omamori’s or Personal good luck charms for purchase. The money from these purchases assist the church. Happy New Year!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Town T. 9 months ago on Google
    There are steps on how to pray the right way in the shrine.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Lancine K. 2 years ago on Google
    Was just passing by, didn't know that there was a shintoism shrine in the area? Had to stop by.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 cloudia c. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and historic local Shinto mission tied to the history of Honolulu and Hawaii. The spirituality is palpable
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wesley A. 5 years ago on Google
    Izumo Taishakyo Mission of Hawaii. Is an Authentic Shinto Shrine in the Heart of Kalihi. This is a Must See Place. Hugs Wes n Wanda Anzai

  • 5/5 Gary W. 2 years ago on Google
    I always felt relaxed & calm when at the Temple.

  • 5/5 amber guesa (. 3 years ago on Google
    My first time getting new year’s blessings! It was a great experience. The staff was very well prepared and covid-safe!

  • 5/5 Lori I. 4 years ago on Google
    My favorite place to go to for New Year's blessings! Beautufully decorated for the occasion with lots of Omamori (good luck charms) to purchase for the year! Shinen Akemashite Omedetoo!

  • 4/5 Shih-Shiang L. 5 years ago on Google
    Izumo shrine in Hawaii. The way of warship is a little different from the main shrine in Izumo, Shimane.

  • 5/5 debbie k. 4 years ago on Google
    Debbie K. This church is beautiful on the outside and surrounding grounds. When you walk up the steps the inside is beautiful too. Very well kept clean and welcoming. You can go anytime during open hours to say prayers. You can also make appointments for different occasions for pray. You can go to the office to buy many different Omamori for car, house, personal, pets many more. Every first of the month is Blessing Day. Every New Years Eve for several days is New Years Blessings. My family and I go every year. We also buy Omamori for the New Year. Bishop Amano is nice and kind. He makes everyone feel welcome. He came to Bless our house every time we moved. He Blessed inside and outside of our house. Even our Guinea Pig and Dog. 😊 Rev. Jun is friendly and kind. He always smiling and welcoming. He's always helpful. The ladies in the office are all friendly and patiently helps everybody.

  • 4/5 Michael Y. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice shrine, but there are lots of shady people due to it being in Chinatown. Be careful when you are in this area.

  • 4/5 anii a. 1 year ago on Google
    Very very beautiful i wish there were less tourists though

  • 5/5 Dino L M. 3 years ago on Google
    Church is good for you. And this place is good for parking.

  • 5/5 Pablo C. 1 year ago on Google
    Best shrine for the new year! After living in Japan for 8 years our family needed this dose of familiar culture. Thank you!

  • 4/5 koke Y. 1 year ago on Google
    if you visit here. you should try “omairi “.

  • 5/5 Rodney H. 3 months ago on Google New
    This is a beautiful site of Japanese culture. One of the few shinto shrines outside of Japan. I recommend reading their website if you intend to pray at the site or are unfamiliar with the practice. It was a quiet and serene environment. When facing the shrine, if you go to your left their is a short path to their parking lot, and just on the other side of the lot is their Omamori and Ofuda office. It is where you can purchase Omamori and Ofuda, and they have a wonderful collection to browse through. We got two of them to take home with us. You can also browse their collection on their website as well. If you are in Hawaii, want to learn and experience a little bit of Japanese culture, I recommend stopping by the shrine and office.

  • 5/5 Jacques Manuel (. 2 years ago on Google
    Very peaceful Japanese mission.


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