Kaitei-an

📍 Kagawa, Shodoshima · 87 Iwaya, Shodoshima-cho, Shozu District, Kagawa

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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

Deep within a narrow valley on Shodoshima Island stands this simple hermitage. The sound of running water accompanies the practitioner on the meditative path. Free from worldly distractions and elaborate decoration, the site embodies the essence of Buddhist asceticism. Its timeless simplicity has drawn countless seekers of authentic spiritual practice throughout the ages.