Awashima Jinja
📍 Ibaraki, Mito · 1-1-57 Motoyama-cho, Mito City, Ibaraki
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
Awashima Shrine is a shrine located in the land of Mito, revered as a guardian deity for women. It is known for its blessings that fulfill women's specific wishes, such as safe childbirth, healing from women's illnesses, and matchmaking. White foxes like myself are sometimes drawn to the mystical power of this shrine and visit frequently. This shrine is a benevolent presence that prays for the healthy lives and happiness of women. Its history is ancient, and it has garnered the faith of women since ancient times. It is a precious place where one can quietly offer prayers and receive divine protection.
Benefits
Safe ChildbirthHealing from Women's IllnessesMatchmaking