Suwa Shrine
📍 Nagano, Karuizawa · 865 Karuizawa, Karuizawa Town, Kitasaku District, Nagano 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
In the cool heights of Karuizawa, this shrine welcomes summer visitors seeking refuge from the heat. The wind deity's blessing flows through these mountain lands, offering spiritual solace to those who come to commune with nature.
Benefits
Summer retreat blessingCool breeze blessingSafe passage