Kumano Jinja

Kumano Jinja is an important shrine for the region, located in the heart of Maebashi City. Since ancient times, it has been said to grant benefits of exorcism and good luck, and many people visit to pray for their daily safety. The quiet precincts are a place of tranquility that makes one forget the hustle and bustle of the city. It is said to have been established by enshrining the three shrines of Kumano, and its powerful divine virtues are still passed down to the local people today. This shrine has long been cherished as a guardian deity for people to ward off bad luck and invite good fortune.