Kusakake Jinja
📍 Ibaraki, Shirosato Town · 247 Kamiizumi, Shirosato Town, Higashiibaraki-gun, Ibaraki 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
This shrine enshrines the deity who presides over abundant harvests. The name Kusakake Jinja indicates that this land was once fertile farmland. It is said to bring benefits not only for abundant agricultural produce but also for business prosperity and freedom from illness and disaster. It stands in a quiet rural village, watching over the lives of the local people. The festivals passed down since ancient times are still grandly held, and people's prayers are offered. Its history is ancient, imbued with gratitude for the blessings of nature.
Benefits
Abundant harvestBusiness prosperityFreedom from illness and disaster