Kotamahime Shrine
📍 Aichi, Tokai · Yoji-cho Minami Horibata, Tokai, 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
This small shrine dedicated to the gentle goddess Kotamahime has long served as a protector of women and expectant mothers. The presence of this divine feminine principle offers comfort and spiritual support to those seeking safe childbirth and women's wellbeing. The shrine represents the enduring reverence for goddess spirituality in Japanese faith traditions.
Benefits
Women's protectionSafe childbirthGoddess blessing
