Orinui Jinja
📍 Fukuoka, Yanagawa · 1465 Kawasenazutsu, Mihashi-cho, Yanagawa
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
Orinui Jinja is an ancient shrine located in the water village area of Yanagawa. True to its name, it enshrines deities deeply connected to weaving and textile crafts, and has long gathered the devoted faith of those engaged in the region's textile industry and handicrafts. Surrounded by the beautiful waterways of Yanagawa, this shrine has continued to watch over the lives of people together with the blessings of water. Particularly, many visitors come seeking the improvement of women's artistic skills and success in handicrafts. Within the quiet shrine grounds, one can feel the unique atmosphere characteristic of Yanagawa's water village.
Benefits
Improvement of artistic skillsSuccess in handicraftsGood relationshipsProtection of womenProsperity in businessHousehold safety