Kuon Shrine
📍 Hokkaido, Setana · 70-1 Honin, Setana Town, Kuon District, Hokkaido
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
Rooted in Kuon, this shrine watches over fishermen who face the rough seas. A white fox spirit understands their strong will despite hardship and prays ceaselessly for their safe return. Unchanging compassion across generations dwells in this sacred place.
Benefits
Maritime protectionFishing prosperitySafe voyage