Bandai Jinja

📍 Fukushima, Fukushima · Yama District, Bandai Town, Yama District Bandai Town Bandai Aza Yamamichi 366

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Hours

9:00–16:00

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

Bandai Jinja is a shrine situated at the foot of the renowned Mount Bandai, truly enshrining the deity of the mountain. Mount Bandai, also called the "Aizu Fuji," is a beautiful mountain that has long been revered as an object of mountain worship since ancient times. The shrine enshrines the spirit of Mount Bandai, gathering the faith of local people offering gratitude for the mountain's blessings and protection. Many mountaineers come to pray for safe climbing, and visitors also come wishing for the prosperity of agriculture and tourism. The view from the shrine grounds, gazing upon the majestic Mount Bandai, is exceptional, allowing one to feel the grandeur of nature and the divine protection of the deity. One of the representative shrines of the Aizu region, it offers beautiful mountain views throughout the four seasons.

Benefits

mountain safetyclimbing safetyharmony with naturetourism prosperityabundant harvestsprotection from misfortunehealth and wholeness of body and spirit

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