Suga Jinja
📍 Ibaraki, Mito City · 4705-1 Koibuchi-cho, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture
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 Suga Jinja that I visited is a guardian shrine that has long been cherished by the local people. It is said to bring benefits for warding off evil and good fortune, family safety, and business prosperity, and many people offer their prayers here. Located in a quiet residential area, it shows its deep-rooted presence in the community. Although the precincts are modest, they are filled with a refreshing atmosphere. Its history is ancient, and it has walked alongside the lives of the local people. It is a place where one can quietly offer prayers in a peaceful environment.
Benefits
Warding off evil and good fortuneFamily safetyBusiness prosperity