Hokojinja
📍 Ibaraki, Hokota · 2044 Hokota, Hokota-shi, Ibaraki
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
History
This shrine, long established in Hokota, is where agricultural deities gather. I have seen many farmers praying before this shrine during spring planting season. Their prayers manifest as the earth's bounty, nourishing people across generations.
Benefits
Agricultural protectionHarvest blessingCommunity prosperity