Hagaji
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Hours
9:00–17:00
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
An ancient Sōtō Zen temple founded during the Hakuhō period. Hagaji served as a center of shugendō (mountain asceticism) in Wakasa Province, where numerous practitioners refined their spiritual discipline. The temple enshrines Fudō Myōō and has maintained its solemn atmosphere for centuries, welcoming pilgrims seeking inner peace.
Benefits
protection from misfortuneFudō Myōō blessinglongevity