Atago Jinja

Atago Jinja is enshrined in Mukoyama, Taihaku Ward, Sendai, and has been revered since ancient times as a shrine dedicated to the deity of fire prevention. It enshrines Atago Gongen and is known for its divine virtues in protection from fire and various calamities. Situated on elevated grounds within the precincts, one can overlook the Sendai cityscape, and the shrine has served as a guardian deity watching over the city. It receives deep faith from the people of the shopping districts and residential areas, and is a beloved shrine visited by many who pray for safety in their daily lives.