Shikakuzu Yasaka Jinja
📍 Akita, Kazuno City · Kazuno City, Hanawa Yasshoji 15
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
Shikakuzu Yasaka Jinja is a shrine of Yasaka faith that protects the land of Shikakuzu. With Susanoo no Mikoto as its chief deity, it is a shrine that has long been cherished by local people as a god of epidemic prevention and evil avoidance. Yasaka faith is a belief with Yasaka Jinja in Kyoto as its head shrine, and is particularly said to have the power to ward off summer epidemics and calamities. In the grounds surrounded by the rich natural beauty of Shikakuzu, this reliable deity has continued to watch over the peace and development of the region. The beautiful scenery of the four seasons will also soothe the hearts of visitors.
Benefits
evil avoidanceepidemic preventiongood healthfamily safetygood fortune attractionwish fulfillmentregional safety