Showa-in
📍 Niigata, Sado · 23 Ryotsu-minato, Sado, Niigata
📿 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
Showa-in, located in the port town of Ryotsu in Sado, serves as a sacred space where pilgrims pray for safe passage across the sea and good fortune. This temple bridges ancient faith with the modern era, continuously guiding many souls. Its prayers echo across the waters, reaching the hearts of countless devotees.
Benefits
good fortunevictorywisdom
