Kami Sumuji Jinja
📍 Osaka, Osaka City · 2-1-4 Nagoi Nishi, Sumiyoshi-ku, Osaka City, Osaka
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
Rooted in Nagoi Nishi, this shrine has protected women since ancient times. The gentle power of Kami Sumuji blesses the birth of new life. What I have watched is the peaceful light upon the faces of mothers who prayed here—a trust in life itself.
Benefits
Safe childbirthFertilityWomen's protection