Kushitama Hime no Mikoto Jinja
📍 Nara, Kurado 423 · Tawaramoto, Isogi-gun
📿 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
Kushitama Hime no Mikoto Jinja is an ancient shrine enshrined in Kurado, Tawaramoto. It enshrines the goddess Kushitama Hime no Mikoto, revered since ancient times as the deity of beauty and wisdom. As the name 'Kushitama' suggests, this goddess has long been venerated as a deity of beauty and personal adornment, particularly by women. Known as Hime no Mikoto, this graceful and compassionate goddess is also honored for her blessings of good relationships and household harmony. Situated amidst the peaceful pastoral landscape of the Nara Basin, it is a shrine that gently hears the wishes of its people.
Benefits
Good relationshipsBeauty fulfillmentHousehold harmonyChild blessingSafe childbirthWomen's protectionWisdom bestowal
