Atago Yasaka Shrine
📍 Saitama, Kumagaya · Kamakura-cho, Kumagaya, Saitama Prefecture
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
The Atago Yasaka Shrine stands in Kumagaya, protecting the people from fire disasters since ancient times. The deities of Atago and Yasaka join their divine power to watch over this land. Those seeking protection from flames and those troubled by misfortune continue to visit this sacred place.
Benefits
Fire protectionEvil ward-offProtection from fire