Ken Jinja

Tsurugi Shrine in Saitama Prefecture has long been known as the Sword Shrine, enshrining a martial deity. Although the exact date of its founding is not recorded, its history runs deep, and many warriors and devotees have visited to pray for martial prowess and victory in contests. The quiet precincts carry an air of quiet strength that still resonates with visitors today. For the local community, this shrine has long been a cherished and important place of guardian worship.