Raiden Shrine (Honjo)
📍 Tochigi, Ashikaga · Honjo 1-1562, Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture
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 a shrine of the heavenly thunder kami, it has guarded this land with lightning's power through the ages. Since ancient times, those who worship here pray for swift fortune rising like thunderbolts, stilling their minds in reverence. It tempers the wrath of heaven's storms while granting blessings to the people of this region. A sanctuary of verified spiritual efficacy, it continues to draw devoted worship, channeling the thunder kami's protective grace and prosperity to all who approach with sincerity.
Benefits
Rising fortuneFire blessingsThunder kami protection