Hosoe Jinja
📍 Shizuoka, Shizuoka · Hamamatsu City Kita Ward, Hosoe-cho Kiga 996, Hamamatsu City
📿 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
Hosoe Jinja, located in Kiga, Hosoe-cho, Kita Ward, Hamamatsu City, is a historic shrine overlooking the beautiful Lake Hamanako. At a place that flourished as an important hub for water transportation in ancient times, this revered shrine has protected the blessings of the lake and the peace of the region. While gazing upon the tranquil surface of Lake Hamanako, it has continued to watch over the lives of people living in this area. Surrounded by the blessings of water and abundant nature, this shrine purifies the heart and bestows new strength, truly deserving to be called a treasure of the region.
Benefits
Household safetyWarding off calamityGood fortune and blessingsProsperous businessTraffic safetyHealth and longevityMatchmaking