Mishima Jinja
📍 Gunma, Meiwa · 262 Umehara, Meiwa-machi, Ora-gun, Gunma
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
Mishima Jinja is a shrine deeply revered by the local community as the Ujigami (guardian deity of a region) of Meiwa Town in Ora District. It is said to grant benefits of abundant harvests and regional prosperity, and has been worshipped as the guardian deity of this land since ancient times. The precincts are carefully maintained by the parishioners and are filled with a peaceful atmosphere. This shrine has long listened to people's wishes to bring the bounty of the land and enrich people's lives.
Benefits
Abundant harvestRegional prosperity
