Hokushin Myōken Shrine
📍 Wakayama, Katsuragi · 946 Taki, Katsuragi Town, Ito District, Wakayama
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
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
As an ancient place of Northern Star worship, this shrine has dwelt here for centuries. I too have gazed at the northern sky and watched the stars' eternal procession. Those who pray here find their paths naturally illuminated. A sacred place that reveals the way of heaven.
Benefits
Big Dipper blessingdirection guidancefortune elevation
