Suwa Shrine
📍 Ehime, Ainan · Shiromabe, Ainan, Ehime
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
Revered since ancient times as a guardian of the sea, this shrine has been worshipped by sailors and fishermen. The steady stream of devoted pilgrims seeking safe passage and abundant catches never ceases. It has walked through history with the Seto Inland Sea.
Benefits
Abundant fishingMaritime safetyProtection from natural disasters