Akuoji Shrine
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · Moto Akuoji Town, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
📿 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
Though its name seems strange, this shrine honors the deity controlling what ancient Kyoto feared. Understanding evil, it conquers evil and protects countless souls. In Shimogyo I have long guided hearts from confusion toward clarity.
Benefits
evil banishment, fortune attractioncalamity ward-offgood fortune
