Tsukiyomi Shrine
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 15 Matsumuroyamazoecho, Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto City
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
A minor shrine of Matsuo Taisha, it enshrines the Moon Goddess, an ancient deity of the night. As a protector of women, this sacred place has long heard the prayers of countless female devotees. When moonlight illuminates this sanctuary across the seasons, its divine presence becomes palpable. The wishes of pilgrims who have come here seeking safe childbirth and protection have found resonance through ages, their aspirations luminous as the eternal moon.
Benefits
moonlight protectionsafe childbirthwomen's blessing