Yuka Shrine (Wake Yuka Shrine)
📍 Okayama, Wake · 438 Ota, Wake, Oku, Okayama Prefecture
📿 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
This branch shrine honors feminine divine power, offering protection and blessing for women throughout their lives. Pilgrims have long sought its aid for fertility and safe childbirth, trusting in the grace of the Itsukushima deity. The shrine represents the strength and beauty of womanhood, continuing to guide believers toward fulfilling family lives.
Benefits
Women's protectionFertility blessingSafe childbirth