Kumano Shrine (Kume Shrine Lower Sanctuary)
📍 Shimane, Yasugi · 486 Yokoya, Hakuta-cho, Yasugi City, Shimane
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
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
This lower sanctuary of Kumano Shrine, serving as a branch of Kume Shrine, has long been sought by couples seeking marital harmony. Nestled in Yasugi's mountains, the shrine preserves the spiritual power of Kumano, granting blessings to those devoted enough to make the pilgrimage through challenging terrain.
Benefits
Marital harmonyCalamity preventionKumano blessing
