Nakayama Shinmei Shrine
📍 Aichi, Hekinan · Genji Shinmei-cho 6, Hekinan-shi, Aichi Prefecture
📿 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
Nakayama Shinmei Shrine honors Amaterasu, the sun goddess who illuminates the nation. For generations, farmers and merchants have sought her blessings in Hekinan, their prayers granted through abundant harvests and prosperous trade. The shrine's ancient connection to the imperial line ensures Japan's continued peace and protection under heaven's radiant gaze.
Benefits
Amaterasu blessingabundant harvestnational peace
