Kokai Shrine
📍 Hiroshima, Takehara · Miyajo 2046, Yoshina-cho, Takehara City, Hiroshima 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
Overlooking Takehara's coastal waters, Kokai Shrine has long protected fishermen and seafarers. The accumulated prayers of those who work the sea have created a unique spiritual resonance, and the shrine continues to bless all maritime endeavors with divine protection and favor.
Benefits
Safe navigationFishing prosperityTidal blessing