Hakusan Jinja
📍 Saitama, Kawagoe · 156 Koga-ya, Kawagoe-shi, Saitama
📿 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
Hakusan Jinja is a shrine that quietly resides in the land of Kawagoe. Although the date of its founding is uncertain, it has been loved by the local people and has attracted faith since ancient times. The main deity is Hakusan Himegami, and it is said to grant benefits for safe childbirth, matchmaking, and family safety, attracting many worshippers. The precincts are rich in greenery and enveloped in a tranquil atmosphere. It is a suitable place to pray for the blessings of the gods in a calm environment.
Benefits
Family safetySafe childbirthMatchmaking