Iki Jinja
📍 Shizuoka, Ansai 3-chome 25 · Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, Aoi Ward
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
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
Iki Jinja is a unique shrine located in Ansai, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka City, known for its divine virtues related to breathing and respiration. As its name suggests, it has gathered the faith of those wishing for health and longevity. Long cherished as the tutelary shrine of the community, it has particularly drawn many worshippers seeking prayers for breath-related ailments and health. In modern times, it is also revered by those wishing for respiratory health and by singers and musicians, making it a very interesting shrine. Its appeal lies in its warm, community-oriented atmosphere.
Benefits
Health and longevityLong life and vitalityRecovery from illnessRespiratory healthVoice healthFamily safety
