Kindai-gan (Ushio-no-miya)

📍 Shiga, Otsu · 5-1 Sakamoto, Otsu, Shiga

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

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Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

A sacred shrine enshrined in Sakamoto, revered for its miraculous power in honoring three deities. Since ancient times, it has protected these lands through divine authority over the mountains and valleys. Pilgrims climb the steep path to gaze skyward and entrust their wishes to these sacred deities. The view from the summit transcends the mundane world with its pristine beauty.

Benefits

Blessings of three deitiesProtection from evilGood relationships

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