Tatesato Arajinja
📍 Nara, Nosegawa-mura · 348 Iketsugawa, Nosegawa-mura, Yoshino District, Nara
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
Serving as a sacred site of Shugendo mountain practice, Tatesato Arajinja has been the spiritual center of yamabushi monks since ancient times. Nestled in steep mountain terrain, practitioners have sought enlightenment through austerities and meditation. The spirit of Shugendo continues to permeate the area, guiding visitors' hearts with both stern discipline and gentle compassion toward spiritual awakening.
Benefits
yamabushi practicerigorous trainingmountain worship
