Ishizuchi Jinja
📍 Hiroshima, Hiroshima · 4718 Ishinouchi, Itsukaichi-cho, Saki-ku, Hiroshima
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
This shrine is dedicated to Ishizuchi-no-Kami, a deity revered since ancient times for protecting childbirth and fertility. Connected to the faith traditions of Mount Ishizuchi, this branch shrine has been a sanctuary where expectant mothers seek divine blessings. The gentle sound of bells carries wishes for marital harmony and family happiness. Through countless generations, this sacred place continues its blessed purpose.
Benefits
Safe childbirthMarital harmonyFertility blessings