Akiha Jinja
📍 Shizuoka, Ichino-cho 2457 · Hamamatsu East Ward, Hamamatsu
📿 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
Akiha Jinja is enshrined in Ichino-cho, Hamamatsu East Ward, and has long been revered as the local tutelary deity of the area. The uncommon name 'Akiha' is said to represent the abundant water and fertility of this region. In this historically agricultural area, it has been cherished as the local deity for prayers of abundant harvests and family safety. Though situated in a residential area, its quiet and serene grounds have become a spiritual support for local residents, offering divine protection through sincere and warm blessings.
Benefits
Abundant harvestsFamily safetyWarding off misfortuneCommunity prosperityBusiness successGood fortune and prosperity