Kawai Shrine
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 59 Shimogamo Izumigawa-cho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
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
Standing by the Kamo River, the Kawai Shrine prays for women's beautiful appearance and pure hearts, serving as spiritual support for women since ancient times. Visitors gaze upon their faces reflected in mirror ema plaques, contemplating the nature of true beauty. This sacred place overflows with blessing, nurturing faith in women's power and helping their talents bloom.
Benefits
Women's beauty and virtueFertility blessingSafe childbirth
