Yodo Shrine
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 167 Yodo Honｐcho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
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
Enshrined in Yodo Honｐcho, this shrine honors the Yododono, concubine of Hideyoshi and mother of Hideyo]ri. As symbol of feminine power supporting Hideyoshiｚs unification, it has gathered womenｏs devotion. Those seeking the strength and gentleness embodied by Yododono visit at lifeｏs turning points. Symbolizing Toyotomiｐs glory and womenｏs potential, steadfast faith persists as sacred ground. As protector of motherhood and feminine strength, it continues cherished to this day.
Benefits
Yododono faithMotherhoodToyotomi legacy
