Suwa Taisha Shimo-sha Aki-gu
📍 Nagano, 5828 · Shimosuwa Town, Suwa District
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Hours
9:00–16:30
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
Suwa Taisha Shimo-sha Aki-gu is a particularly distinctive sacred site among the four Suwa Taisha shrines. As the shrine where the principal deities reside from autumn through winter, it has long gathered devout faith. The highlight is undoubtedly the kagura hall, which is said to be the most beautiful in Japan. Its solemn presence possesses a beauty that captivates all who behold it. Through the spiritual benefits of Takeminakata-no-Kami and Yasakatome-no-Kami, it is particularly known for benefits regarding romantic fulfillment and marital harmony, drawing many visitors from across the country to this sacred site for romantic success.
Benefits
Romantic fulfillmentMarital harmonyRomantic successFamily safetyChildbirth blessingsSafe childbirthGood luck and fortuneProtection from misfortune