Asukakawkami Jinja
📍 Nara, Nara · Ogawa 1658, Higashiyoshino Village, Yoshino District
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Hours
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Fee
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Direct-write
Unavailable
Pre-written
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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
Asukakawkami Jinja is an ancient shrine enshrined in the upper reaches of the clear Asuka River, dedicated to the water deity. As the name Kawakami suggests, it has been revered since ancient times by local people as a guardian of the beautiful water source. The blessings of rivers are indispensable for agriculture and daily life. This shrine is believed to bestow the blessings of water and bring abundant harvests and prosperity. Like the pure flow of water, it is cherished as a shrine that purifies the hearts of worshippers and imparts new vitality.
Benefits
protection from water accidentsagricultural prosperitypurification of body and spiritstable livelihoodharmony with naturepurification prayers
