Yatsubashira Jinja
📍 Aichi, Okazaki · 52-1 Kake Ishigasaki, Okazaki
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
Yatsubashira Jinja shrine in Okazaki serves eight deities in harmonious unity. This octuple blessing represents an ancient understanding that multiple perspectives and powers combined create greater protection. The shrine teaches that comprehensive guardianship flows from diverse divine sources working in concert. Pilgrims arrive seeking multifaceted blessings for all aspects of their lives.
Benefits
Eight deities' protectionMultiple blessingsComprehensive guardianship