Uesato Sugawara Jinja
📍 Saitama, Kamisato · Kamisato Town, Kodama District, Saitama
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 Uesato Sugawara Shrine is a historic shrine dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, known as the god of learning. Many students and those striving for academic success visit here seeking his wisdom and protection. The precincts are refreshing and filled with a sacred atmosphere. Since ancient times, this place has satisfied people's intellectual curiosity and warmly watched over those praying for academic achievement. Its majestic appearance gives visitors a quiet sense of awe.
Benefits
Academic AchievementPrayer for Passing ExamsFulfillment of All Wishes