Imao Akiha Shrine

📍 Gifu, Kaizu · 2948 Imao, Hirota-cho, Kaizu, Gifu

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Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

This shrine has watched over the Kaizu region for eight centuries, enshrining Akiha Daimyojin, the great deity of fire prevention. The divine power protecting against flames burns bright as eternal fire itself. Local believers have long cherished its blessings, and during autumn festivals, the sacred presence becomes ever more apparent. Merchants and families alike keep the shrine's protection in their hearts, their footsteps never ceasing on the path to veneration.

Benefits

fire protectionbusiness prosperityhousehold safety

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