Ryūjin Shrine
📍 Hokkaido, Bihoro · 1-1 Nishi 1-chome Minami 4-chome, Bihoro Town, Abashiri District, Hokkaido
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 dedicated to the water-governing dragon god stands as a vital spiritual anchor for Bihoro's fishing communities. The divine dragon ensures that waters flow with abundance, nourishing both crops and livelihoods. Its protection encompasses the delicate balance between nature's raw power and humanity's survival needs. Pilgrims seek blessings for safe passage across treacherous waters and bountiful harvests from the sea.
Benefits
Water blessingFishing prosperityDragon protection
