Kojo Shrine
📍 Okayama, Okayama · 26-27 Nakaire, Okayama City, Okayama 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
Located in Nakaire, this shrine embodies the principle of removing calamity while bringing good fortune. The kami's blessing operates like a selective sieve, allowing beneficial influences to flow while blocking harm. Quietly powerful, it works for the wellbeing of all the surrounding community. I admire this balanced approach—neither aggressive nor passive, but precisely calibrated compassion extended to all in equal measure.
Benefits
Home safetyGood fortuneEvil ward-off