Suwa Jinja
📍 Kanagawa, Fujisawa · 3-7-2 Ōga, Fujisawa-shi, Kanagawa
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
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 Jinja is a local shrine located in Ōga, Fujisawa City. Its founding is ancient, and it is said to have been enshrined from Suwa Taisha in Shinano Province (present-day Nagano Prefecture). The main deity is Takeminakata no Kami, who is believed to grant various benefits such as good fortune, family safety, and abundant harvests. The shrine grounds have a quiet and calm atmosphere, serving as a place of relaxation for local residents. Various festivals are held throughout the year, allowing one to feel the connection with the local community. The goshuin expresses the power of Suwa Shin.
Benefits
Good fortuneFamily safetyAbundant harvest