Ashitaka Jinja
📍 Okayama, Kurashiki City · Sasaoki
📿 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
Ashitaka Jinja is a shrine enshrined in Sasaoki, Kurashiki, and has been beloved by local people since ancient times. As its name 'Ashitaka' suggests, it is known for its blessings of elevating one's steps and advancing in life. As the guardian deity of the region, it has supported people's leg and foot health and the progress of their life's journey. The shrine warmly watches over visitors, granting them the strength to move forward and the ability to walk through life with steady, firm steps.
Benefits
leg and foot healthtravel safetytraffic safetysuccess and advancementbusiness prosperityhousehold safetyprotection from misfortune