Sairyuuji
📍 Niigata, Sado · 1049 Maruyama, Sado, Niigata
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
Sairyuuji embodies the meeting of Western Paradise and dragon divinity. The dragon, sacred water deity and celestial spirit, has been revered since ancient times. Prayers offered here bring rain and abundant blessings. The name 'Western Dragon' speaks of wings bearing seekers toward happiness. Upon those wings, all ascend toward bliss.
Benefits
EnlightenmentHappiness arrivalFortune