Hakusan Jinja
📍 Kanagawa, Miura · 149 Kikuna, Minami-shimomizo, Miura-shi, Kanagawa
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
Hakusan Jinja is a quiet and charming shrine nestled amidst the nature of the Miura Peninsula. Although the exact founding date is unknown, it has long gathered the faith of local people and is believed to grant benefits such as household safety, safe childbirth, and matchmaking, attracting many worshippers. The shrine grounds are refreshing, and a pleasant breeze blows through. The deity is one who is close to people's wishes and watches over them warmly.
Benefits
Household safetySafe childbirthMatchmaking