Masiko Jinja
📍 Tochigi, Haga District · 4266 Masiko, Masiko
📿 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
Masiko Jinja is a shrine enshrined in Masiko town, renowned as a pottery village. This land was blessed with earth since ancient times, and ceramic production was a characteristic industry of the area. The shrine has walked together with the development of the region, and since the Edo period particularly, it has been deeply connected with the development of Masiko pottery. Many potters and craft artisans visit to pray for the improvement of their skills and the success of their work. As the tutelary deity of the region, it continues to watch over the development of Masiko town and the happiness of its residents, truly revered as the "deity of craftsmanship."
Benefits
Technical masteryArtistic fortuneProsperous businessFamily safetyProtection from evilGood fortuneAcademic achievement
