Nasu Jinja
📍 Tochigi, Tochigi · 1821 Aza-Nasu, Nasu, Nasu District
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
Nasu Jinja is a shrine situated in the beautiful Nasu area and has long been revered as the tutelary shrine of this region. Against the backdrop of the spiritual power of the Nasu mountain range, it has watched over the peace and development of the area since ancient times. With a history intertwined with the development of Nasuno Plains, it is believed to be the guardian deity of agriculture and livestock. The shrine harmonizes beautifully with the natural environment of Nasu Plateau, serving as a special place for visitors seeking spiritual and physical purification and healing.
Benefits
abundant harvestslivestock prosperityspiritual purificationharmony with natureregional prosperitygood fortunehealth and longevity