Handa Shrine
📍 Niigata, Kashiwazaki · 2-1-40 Handa, Kashiwazaki, Niigata
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
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