Shirane Shrine
📍 Niigata, Niigata · Shirane, Minami Ward, Niigata City
📿 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
The white fox watches over the blessings Shirane Shrine bestows on the people of southern Niigata. In this ancient agricultural land, it has guarded the seasons as the local protecting deity. Those seeking rice harvests and family happiness still visit today.
Benefits
Regional protectionHarvest blessingFamily prosperity
