Shimoda Jinja
📍 Kanagawa, Yokohama · 3-1-4 Shimoda-cho, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa
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
Shimoda Jinja is a shrine with an ancient guardian forest, quietly nestled in a peaceful residential area of Shimoda-cho, Kohoku-ku, Yokohama City. Its history is old, and it has gathered the faith of local people. The shrine grounds are surrounded by trees, and a gentle atmosphere flows, making you forget the hustle and bustle of the city. Shimoda Jinja is believed to grant wishes rooted in people's lives, such as abundant harvests, family safety, and warding off evil. Gratitude to the deity who has protected this land since ancient times and prayers for the future are quietly offered. It is a place that provides peace to visitors.
Benefits
Abundant harvestFamily safetyWarding off evil