Sanko Kumano Jinja
📍 Akita, Akita City Ushijima Nishi 3-10-11 · Akita City
📿 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
Sanko Kumano Jinja is a shrine located in Ushijima, Akita City, enshrining the divided spirits of the three Kumano mountains. The kami of Kumano have long been worshipped as deities of resurrection and rebirth, holding divine virtues that support new beginnings in life. The name "Sanko" represents the three kami of the three Kumano mountains, each bestowing different blessings. Cherished as a familiar tutelary kami by local people, this shrine has a warm atmosphere where many visitors come at important milestones in their lives.
Benefits
Good fortune and prosperityFulfillment of wishesRecovery from illnessHousehold safetyWarding off misfortuneNew beginningsFresh starts