This Shinto shrine is the headquarters for all Sumiyoshi shrines throughout Japan. It features one of the country's most famous arched bridges, which is far easier to cross than first glance would suggest. Numerous festivals are held there, notably the rice-transplanting festival on 14 June and the main shrine festival in late July. Grounds and shrine are open 24 hours. Free. 2-9-89 Sumiyoshi (nearest station: Sumiyoshi-Taisha on the Nankai line), Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka. Phone 6672-0753.
