Kotohira Shrine
📍 Nagano, Iida · 5455 Moto-cho, Iida, Nagano
📿 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 from Kotohiragu in Sanuki, this shrine has protected commerce and safe passage in Iida for generations. Here, merchants have prayed for safe transactions, travelers have sought protection, and artists have requested divine aid in perfecting their crafts. Among the ancient town streets, this shrine stands unwavering in its guardianship. The compassion of Konpira-sama reaches all who sincerely place their trust.
Benefits
Safe voyageProsperous commerceArtistic excellence