場所京都誰もいない世界遺産宇治上神社

Among the many World Heritage Sites, Ujigami Shrine does not exude extravagant splendor or grandeur at first glance; rather, it gives the impression of a modest shrine. 

However, it is a beautiful site with a solemn atmosphere, an ancient history reflected in its structures, and an elegant presence set against the backdrop of the mountains.

It is a quiet place, located across the Uji River from Byodoin Temple, prominent UNESCO World-Heritage site. This is not flashy, but it's not plain either, producing a solemn atmosphere. Ujigami Shrine became recognized as a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1994 together with other shrines and temples in the Kyoto area. Ujigami Shrine is the oldest extant shrine architecture in Japan.

別格に有名な宇治平等院での喧騒が、ここでは嘘のようになくなる。宇治上神社、ここも世界遺産である。世界遺産にしてはあまりにも静かである。神社建築としては現存最古とされ、ただならぬ雰囲気が漂っている。