Handa Shrine

📍 Niigata, Kashiwazaki · 2-1-40 Handa, Kashiwazaki, Niigata

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

Enshrined near Kashiwazaki's coast, I have long been the steadfast guardian of fishermen and their families. Through tempestuous waves and calm seas alike, my protection never wavers. The prayers of those who make their living from the ocean always reach my ears.

Benefits

protection of fisherymaritime safetygood fortune

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