Kifune Jinja

📍 Saitama, Chichibu · 6739 Shimo-yoshida, Chichibu-shi, Saitama

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–16:00

Fee

Direct-write

Unknown

Pre-written

Unknown

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About

Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)

History

Byakko

This shrine, quietly nestled in the mountains of Chichibu, is an ancient shrine said to be the head shrine of Kifune Shrines. Although the exact year of its founding is unknown, it is said to have long granted blessings essential for people's lives, such as prayers for rain, protection from water disasters, and business prosperity. The precincts are enveloped in a mystical atmosphere, inspiring awe in visitors. The deity of Kifune is said to bring the blessings of water and listen to people's wishes. Its blessings for business prosperity are particularly devoutly worshipped. I hope you will experience the pure power of this shrine and invite blessings and prosperity into your daily life. The goshuin contains the divine virtues of water of this shrine.

Benefits

Prayers for rainProtection from water disastersBusiness prosperity

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