Yasaka Shrine

📍 Osaka, Osaka · 3-1-23 Oyodo-Naka, Kita, Osaka

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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

Yasaka Shrine, dedicated in Oyodo of Kita Ward, receives the prayers of those seeking protection from plague. Blessed by the mighty protection of Susanoo no Mikoto, this sacred place has possessed the power to ward off misfortune since ancient times. It remains an object of faith for many people today.