Kosa Jinja
📍 Kumamoto, Kosa · Kami-Mashiki District, Kosa Town
📿 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
Kosa Jinja is enshrined in the center of Kosa Town in Kami-Mashiki District, and is a representative shrine of the region. The place name Kosa is ancient, reflecting the history of this area flourishing as an important location in Higo Province. Surrounded by the rich natural environment of the Midori River basin, Kosa Jinja has long gathered the faith of local people. In this agriculturally prosperous area, it has been cherished and protected as a spiritual support for those praying for good harvests and the peace and stability of the community.
Benefits
Good harvestsFamily safetyBusiness prosperityProtection from misfortuneAcademic successCommunity prosperity
