Matsue Jinja
📍 Shimane, Matsue · 1 Tono-cho, Matsue, Shimane
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
8:00–17:00
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
Matsue Jinja stands at the city's heart, sharing history with its people through prosperity and hardship alike. The white fox spirit has witnessed civic joy, economic flourishing, and periods of struggle. This shrine's invisible presence sustains Matsue's identity and character. Though many remain unaware of its foundational role, it perpetually maintains protection and blessing for the entire community.
Benefits
urban protectioncivic happinessprosperity
