Sansha Jinja
📍 Niigata, Niigata · 1-1, Sannwa Ward
📿 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
Sansha Jinja, enshrined in Niigata, is an unusual shrine dedicated to three deities together, as its name indicates. The people of the region have a long history of visiting with gratitude toward the deities who protect this land. The Yamada area is rich in nature, surrounded by seasonal beauty. The shrine, though small, has been carefully preserved and protected by the warm hearts of local residents.
Benefits
regional peace and stabilityhousehold safetyabundant harvestswarding off evilgood fortune and prosperity