Kitano Shrine
📍 Nagano, Ueda · Sanada-cho Naga 4473, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
Though nestled as a subsidiary shrine within Yamabe Shrine, Kitano carries the legacy of Tenjin worship. Its presence channels divine support for scholars and cultural pursuits. A quiet sanctuary dedicated to the advancement of learning and refinement.
Benefits
Academic achievementCultural refinementTenjin blessing