Ryugu Myojin-ja Jinja
📍 Kanagawa, Kamakura · 1548-4 Koshigoe, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa
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Hours
09:00–15:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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 is located near the coast of Koshigoe in Kamakura and has deep connections with the sea. The enshrined deities are Toyotamahiko-no-Mikoto and Toyotamahime-no-Mikoto, who are worshipped as gods of safety at sea and abundant catch. From the precincts, one can gaze at the sea and worship while feeling the sea breeze. It has been worshipped by fishermen and sailors since ancient times. Recently, it has also gained attention as a deity of matchmaking.
Benefits
Safety at seaAbundant catchMatchmaking
Tips
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Parking
🕯️ 0 専用駐車場はありませんので、近隣の有料駐車場をご利用ください。江ノ島周辺に複数の駐車場があり、台数に限りがあります。
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Access
🕯️ 0 江ノ島電鉄線の江ノ島駅から徒歩約10分でアクセスできます。駅を出て国道134号線沿いを進み、龍口寺方面へ向かうと到着します。
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General
🕯️ 0 夏季の海水浴シーズンと週末は参拝者が増加する傾向にあります。比較的ゆっくり参拝したい場合は平日の午前中がお勧めです。