O-yuake Benzaiten
📍 Shizuoka, Higashiizu · 971-40 Nara-moto, Higashiizu, Kamo District, Shizuoka
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
Enshrined in Higashiizu, renowned for its hot springs, this Benzaiten has long been revered as the embodiment of prosperity and divine blessing. The unique tradition of pouring hot water as an offering reflects the deep desire of devotees to receive the goddess's favor more directly. As the deity of water and music, she draws merchants and artists alike to seek her bountiful grace.
Benefits
prosperity in commercebountiful harvestsuccess in the arts