Ikuta Shinto Temple

This is the oldest temple to be found in Kobe and, according to tradition, it is one of the oldest in Japan. The Nihon Shoki legend has it that this place was founded by the Emperor Jingū 2000 years ago, by order of the God Wakahirume, and it was used to celebrate the arrival of the Japanese warriors returning from the war after conquering Korea. Along with this temple, two others were also built: Hirota, dedicated to the goddess Amaterasu, and Nagata, dedicated to Ebisu. Regardless of the legend, it is a temple full of symbolism and tradition, not to be missed if you pass by Kobe.