Ken Shrine

📍 Fukui, Echizen · 113-1 Ori, Echizen, Niigun, Fukui

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–16:30

Fee

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

Ken Shrine in Niigun gathers those with keen spirit like the sword itself. Through samurai ages and present times alike, its light never wavers, shining eternal. Among centuries I have witnessed, this shrine radiates the clearest light of all.

Benefits

Warrior fortuneVictory blessingCertain victory

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