Tateiwa Kinuhime Jinja
📍 Tochigi, Nikko · Kinugawaonsen-taki, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture
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
Tateiwa Kinuhime Jinja is a shrine located in a scenic spot called Tateiwa, near Kinugawa Onsen. Along with the beauty of nature, it is said to bring benefits such as safe childbirth and matchmaking. It is believed to gently fulfill people's wishes like the clear stream of Kinugawa River. It has a mystical atmosphere.
Benefits
Prayer for safe childbirthMatchmakingFamily safety