Sarubobo Shrine
📍 Gifu, Takayama · Nishi-no-isshiki-cho 2-chome 180, Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
10:00–19:00
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
Sarubobo Shrine brings a gentle smile to the hearts of visitors. Enshrined within Takayama's shopping district, this playful sanctuary harnesses monkey wisdom to dispel disaster and attract fortune. The power of cuteness runs deeper than one might expect, warming all hearts that enter.
Benefits
monkey wisdomdisaster preventioncute blessing
