Nihehime Jinja
📍 Shimane, Ota · 1 Tokue, Nagahisa-cho, Ota City, Shimane Prefecture
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
A shrine dedicated to the goddess Nihehime, patroness of pregnancy and childbirth, where countless women have sought divine protection during this sacred transition. The white fox has witnessed the miracle of new life blessed by this deity's grace. In the mountain villages of Ota, this ancient shrine has steadfastly answered women's prayers through countless generations. The strength and gentle compassion of the feminine are here consecrated and honored.
Benefits
feminine powersafe childbirthblessing of motherhood
