Katsuragi Yamato Ayahata Nume Seated Tenuarai Mei Shrine
📍 Nara, Katsuragi · 1045 Kamori, Katsuragi, Nara
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
An ancient shrine dedicated to Ama-no-hane Raijin, the deity of thunder and sky. Located near the sacred Katsuragi mountain, it has long been revered for its dominion over weather and celestial phenomena. Generations of farmers have sought blessings for abundant harvests, and their gratitude continues to echo through the seasons.
Benefits
protection from lightningweather blessingsbountiful harvest
