Namikawa Jinja
📍 Fukushima, Koriyama City · Koriyama, Namikawa 25, Moriyama, Tamura
📿 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
Namikawa Jinja is a tranquil shrine surrounded by beautiful nature in Tamura Town, Koriyama City. True to its name "Namikawa," it has walked through history alongside clear flowing waters, gathering the faith of local people grateful for the blessings of water. From ancient times it has been revered as a guardian kami of agriculture, and it is said that prayers for abundant harvests and rain-making rituals have been performed. The precincts bloom with beautiful flowers according to the season, bringing solace to all who visit. Known locally as the "kami of Namikawa," it continues to watch over the health of families and the peace of the region.
Benefits
Abundant grain harvestProtection from water disasterHealth and longevityFulfillment of wishesHarmony with natureHousehold harmony
