Wakuri Mibu Jinja
📍 Fukui, Fukui Prefecture · Wakuri, Obama
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
Wakuri Mibu Jinja is an ancient shrine enshrined in Wakuri, Obama City. The name Mibu has long been connected with faith related to the protection of warriors and children, and this shrine has been cherished as a place where people pray for the safety of the community and the healthy growth of children. In this region facing Wakasa Bay, it has served as a spiritual support for people who live while receiving the bounty of both sea and mountains. As reflected in the place name Wakuri itself, the shrine continues to gather the faith of people who wish for peaceful and tranquil living.
Benefits
Child-rearing protectionFamily safetyWarding off calamityPrayer for safe childbirthOpening luck and welcoming fortuneCommunity protection