Higashida Shinmei Shrine
📍 Aichi, Toyohashi · 6 Sonocho, Toyohashi, Aichi
📿 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
Higashida Shinmei Shrine embodies the sacred power of the sun deity, standing as a beacon of celestial light. This fox spirit continuously observes visitors arriving each morning with refreshed and radiant hearts. The light of Shinmei illuminates Toyohashi's people with hope and clarity. Ancient rituals are reverently preserved and performed here still. Pilgrims receive the heaven's light within this sacred space, stepping forth into each new day blessed. Across the ages, the sun's blessings remain constant, shining eternally from this hallowed sanctuary.
Benefits
sun goddess blessinghousehold protectionfortune and prosperity