Katayama Miko Shrine
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 339 Kamigamo Honpyama, Kita Ward, Kyoto City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
Enshrined at Kamigamo Honpyama, this shrine has long been revered as protector of women and children. As deity of motherhood and feminine essence, it has received countless womenos prayers. From expectant mothers to nurturing mothers, it supports women through every life stage. Positioned near the Kamogawa riveros source, this shrine possesses water-like softness and graceful strength. Standing alongside womenos lives for generations, this sacred place continues gathering reverence to this day.
Benefits
Woments protectionChild blessingSafe childbirth