Isaka-wa Shrine (Omiya Shrine Branch)
📍 Nara, Nara · 18 Motokoshori-cho, Nara, Nara Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
A branch shrine of Mount Miwa's deity, Isaka-wa Shrine protects the craft of sake brewing. Since ancient times, brewers have sought blessings here for superior fermentation and quality spirits. The finest sake produced in Nara carries the blessing of this sacred sanctuary, revered by both craftsmen and those who appreciate their art.
Benefits
Sake brewing blessingFermentation protectionBusiness prosperity
