Uka Jinja
📍 Nagano, Shinano · 246 Nojiri, Shinano Town, Kamiminochi District, Nagano Prefecture
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
Nestled in Nojiri, this shrine honors the rice deity Uka and carries deep roots in Inari faith traditions. It protects harvests, commerce, and household prosperity with equal grace. Through countless seasons, grateful pilgrims have offered thanks for the abundance and good fortune this sacred place provides.
Benefits
Abundant harvestFamily prosperityBusiness success