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The torii at the rear approach to the shrine is visible from the platform of the Randen Kurumazaki-jinja Station.
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A Taiwan cherry tree blooms brilliantly near the shrine name posts (the remains of what was once a second torii), which stand on the way to the main torii.
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The Taiwan cherry is best viewed in mid-March.
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East along the shrine path from the chūmon (inner gate) brings visitors to where the elegant Keisen-zakura stands. It is said that Keisen was a close friend of Tomioka Tessai—one of the grand masters of Japanese-style picture painting, who also served as chief priest of Kurumazaki Shrine.
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Stones offered by persons who got their wishes are piled high before the main shrine building.
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Many expressions of gratitude are written here.
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Some of the fence posts at the performing arts shrine are engraved with the names of the pirate crew from the One Piece manga.
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The cherry blossoms in bloom near the third torii, also a popular spot for the turning of the leaves in autumn.
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