Kanekubo Jinja
📍 Saitama, Kamisato-machi · Kamisato-machi, Kodama-gun, Saitama
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
Kanekubo Jinja, as the guardian deity enshrined at the northernmost point of Musashi Province, has protected this land since ancient times. Also known as Kanekubo Hachiman Jinja, it gathers the devout faith of the local people. From the shrine buildings, one can feel a historical grandeur and a quiet sanctity. Since ancient times, it has received the prayers of people and watched over the peace and prosperity of this land. It is a sacred place where people gather to seek the powerful protection of the deity. Surrounded by a rich natural environment, it brings a refreshing feeling to visitors.
Benefits
Abundant harvestFamily safetyExorcism