Amamiko Shrine
📍 Shizuoka, Iwata · 2990 Mitsuke, Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture
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
Amamiko Shrine honors the heavenly deity who grants and protects children. This sacred place in Iwata has received the earnest prayers of countless mothers and families for generations. The shrine embodies the hope and devotion of parents seeking blessings for their children's safe birth and healthy growth.
Benefits
blessing of childrenprotection of childrensafe childbirth
