Syonan Jinja

Did you know that Singapore has a Shinto Shrine! Yes, there is! It is located at none other the heart of Singapore, MacRitchie Reservoir. This shrine was built by the Japanese during WWII to commemorate their fellow soldiers who fell during their battle in Malaya. Fun Fact, this shrine is the 2nd greatest Shinto Shrine ever built, only falling behind Japan's Meiji Shrine.

Curious to know where the 2nd greatest Shinto shrine is located? If you guessed somewhere in Japan, then you'll be surprised as the 2nd greatest Shinto shrine after Japan's Meiji shrine is actually located here in the heart of Singapore. Syonan Jinja is a Japanese Shinto shrine that is hidden in the heart of MacRitchie Reservoir. It was built by the Japanese during their occupation of Singapore during WWII. The shrine has since been taken down, but visitors can still find the remains of the ruins deep in the forest of MacRitchie Reservoir.

Address

MacRitchie Reservoir Park,

Singapore298717

By Bus

Bus Service: 102, 103, 117

Nearest Bus stop: Seletar Aerospace Dr Before or After Baker Street

Admission

Free

By MRT

Nearest MRT: Marymount, Caldecott

Opening Hours

24 Hours