Kinugawa Onsen Jinja
📍 Tochigi, Nikko · 1404 Ohara, Kinugawa Onsen
📿 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
Kinugawa Onsen Jinja is a shrine situated in the famous hot spring area of Kinugawa Onsen, as its name suggests. It has continued to watch over the many people who visit this land while sharing in the blessings of the hot springs. Having developed as a shrine dedicated to the safety and health of those who come for hot spring therapy and sightseeing, the sacred grounds are enveloped by the clear flow of the Kinugawa River and the healing power of the hot springs, creating a special place where both body and spirit are purified. It warmly welcomes both tourists and local residents alike.
Benefits
hot spring safetylongevity and good healthtravel safetywarding off calamitiespurification of body and spiritgood fortune in relationships