Chiryu Jinja
📍 Aichi, Nishi-cho Kanda 12 · Chiryu City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
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
Chiryu Jinja is a venerable shrine that has long flourished as the Niinoiya of Mikawa Province. Enshrining Kama-tari no Kou, it is beloved by many students and test-takers as the deity of learning. The shrine grounds feature a beautiful pond and strolling garden where visitors can enjoy seasonal scenery. The Chiryu Festival held in May is a magnificent festival celebrated for its history and tradition, famous for its karakuri puppets. As the deity of culture and performing arts, the shrine is cherished as a special place where many people can spend enriching time.
Benefits
Academic successPassing examinationsImprovement in performing artsProtection from calamitiesFamily safetyBusiness prosperityFulfillment of wishes
