Ganjin-inari-jinja
📍 Gunma, Maebashi-shi · 3-29-6 Shōwa-cho, Maebashi-shi, Gunma
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
The shrine I visited is Ganjin-Inari-jinja, located in Shōwa-cho, Maebashi City. This Inari Shrine is said to bring blessings of business prosperity and bountiful harvests, and has gathered devout faith from the local people since ancient times. The shrine buildings are magnificent and give visitors a sense of sacredness. The fox statues are impressive, symbolizing abundance and prosperity. Many people offer prayers at this shrine, wishing for business success and abundant harvests.
Benefits
Business prosperityBountiful harvest