Kifune Jinja
📍 Gunma, Midori · 785 Ōmamacho Shiobara, Midori City, Gunma Prefecture
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–16:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Unknown
Pre-written
Unknown
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
This shrine is located in the verdant Ōmamacho area of Midori City and has been worshipped since ancient times as a deity of water. Although its founding is unknown, it has been deeply worshipped by the local people as a god who brings the blessings of water, which is essential for their lives. The main hall, while having a calm appearance, has a structure that conveys strength. A quiet and pure atmosphere pervades the precincts, providing solace to visitors. In particular, it is said to grant benefits for matchmaking, and attracts many worshipers, especially from the younger generation. It is a refreshing shrine surrounded by nature.
Benefits
MatchmakingFamily safetyBusiness prosperityAcademic achievementWarding off evil