Josengiku Shrine
📍 Hiroshima, Onomichi · 723 Mukoushimamachi, Onomichi, Hiroshima
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
Named after the chrysanthemum flower used for pest control, this shrine is a rare guardian of agricultural prosperity. Standing on Mukaoshima, it has long served as a steadfast helper to farmers and their livelihoods. Its power to bring heaven's blessings and protect crops from harmful insects continues to be cherished today.
Benefits
abundant harvestpest preventioninsect protection
