Kouashiho Mikoto Shrine
📍 Nagano, Nagano · 287-1 Riho-kari, Shinshu-shin-cho, Nagano, Nagano
📿 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 Shinshu-shin-cho, this shrine protects the feet and safe passage of all travelers. Here, pilgrims have prayed for safe journeys, workers have sought protection, and countless seekers have made their way. As its name suggests, this shrine protects those who walk steadfastly upon the earth. Teaching the value of grounded living, this shrine eternally safeguards the hearts of Shinshū.
Benefits
Foot blessingSafe travelPilgrimage completion