Omiya Jinja
📍 Tochigi, Tochigi · 3110, Manako, Nishikata-machi, Tochigi-shi, Tochigi
📿 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
Omiya Jinja, located in Manako, Nishikata Town, Tochigi City, is a shrine that has been revered as the ujigami (local guardian deity) of this region since ancient times. The enshrined deities include Kuninotokotachi-no-Mikoto and many others, believed to bring benefits of family safety, abundant harvests, and prayer for safe childbirth. The shrine grounds are rich in greenery and enveloped in tranquility, offering visitors peace of mind. It quietly watches over and supports the lives of the local people.
Benefits
Family safetyAbundant harvestPrayer for safe childbirth