Kumano Shrine
📍 Aichi, Nishi-o · Ushirohata, Karikuku-cho, Nishi-o City, Aichi
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 Great Kumano Deity has blessed this shrine, which has long served as a waystation for pilgrims upon the ancient sacred path. Enshrined within the deep forests of Nishi-o, this sanctuary radiates the sacred power to strengthen marital bonds and bring harmony to families. Through countless ages, those who have offered prayers before this shrine have been touched by divine grace, their faces illuminated by spiritual light. This radiance is the very proof of heaven's blessings.
Benefits
Good fortuneMarital harmonyHealth and longevity