Ani Jinja
📍 Okayama, Okayama · 895 Saijidainomiya, Higashi Ward
📿 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
Ani Jinja is an ancient shrine situated in the Saiji district of Higashi Ward, Okayama City. Enshrining Prince Ani as its kami, it is cherished as a venerable shrine with a history continuing from the Heian period. As suggested by the name "Ani," it is a shrine that prays for the peaceful lives and benevolent virtue of people, and many worshippers come to pray for household safety and harmonious human relationships. Within a warm atmosphere rooted in the community, one can offer prayers with a peaceful heart.
Benefits
household safetyharmonious human relationshipswarding off evilgood fortunefulfillment of wisheslongevity and good health