Suwa Jinja
📍 Fukui, Fukui · Suwadate-cho
📿 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
Suwa Jinja is enshrined in Suwadate-cho, Fukui, and shares a connection with Suwa Taisha in Shinshū. It enshrines Takeminakata no Kami and has been revered as a martial and agricultural deity. As evidenced by the place name Suwadate-cho, it has long been positioned as an important shrine in this region. It has watched over the safety and prosperity of the community and has served as a spiritual support for those in need of courage and strength.
Benefits
Victory in competitionsMilitary fortune and longevityAbundant harvestsProtection from calamitiesHousehold harmonyBusiness prosperityWinning fortune