Gyoda Hachimangu Jinja
📍 Saitama, Gyoda-shi · 16-23 Gyoda, Gyoda-shi, Saitama
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
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
This shrine is a Hachimangu, with Emperor Ojin as its main deity. Its founding is ancient, and it was also revered as the guardian deity of the Minamoto clan. Especially in this area, which prospered as the castle town of Oshi, it has been deeply worshipped as the ujigami (local guardian deity) protecting the lives of the people since ancient times. The shrine grounds have a calm and peaceful atmosphere, offering solace to visitors. It is a precious place that has walked alongside the history of the region.
Benefits
Good Fortune and ExorcismFamily SafetyBusiness Prosperity