Yuga Shrine
📍 Nara, Nara · 1059 Takahata-cho, Nara
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
Situated in the highlands of Takahata, Yuga Shrine has served as a center of ancient agricultural deity worship. For centuries, farmers have offered prayers for abundant harvests, and the accumulated spiritual power of their wishes continues to protect the shrine. Prayers for marital harmony are also deeply rooted here, making it a sacred place where heartfelt human desires unite and manifest as blessings.
Benefits
abundant harvestmarital harmonyfamily unity