[Fukushima Prefecture] Introducing popular temples and shrines recommended for New Year's visit in Fukushima Prefecture for New Year 2025!

Western culture was brought to Fukushima Prefecture as the gateway to Michinoku from ancient times, and while there are many shrines and temples with a long history dating back to the Kofun period, there are also shrines and temples that enshrine special deities, even if they have a short history. .

In this article, we will introduce three old and new shrines that are recognized as especially powerful power spots and are said to bring you many blessings.

Isasumi Shrine (Aizumisato Town)

Isasumi Shrine is said to be `` Iwashirokuni Ichinomiya Aizu General Guardian , ``Kojiki,'' is said to be the origin of the place name ``Aizu.''

Of the "Shoguns of the Four Provinces" sent by the 10th Emperor Sujin to conquer the region, Obiko no Mikoto of Hokuriku Province and Kenuma Kawabetsu no Mikoto of Tokaido met here, and they protected Izano no Mikoto and Izanami no Mikoto. The origin is said to be that it was worshiped as a god.

In Aizu, it is considered a highly prestigious and powerful power spot that has been protected by successive feudal lords, including the Ashina family and Masayuki Hoshina, the founder of the Aizu clan, and is visited by worshipers from all over the country. Masu.

Isasumi Shrine’s enshrined deity and blessings

Four deities are enshrined: Izanagi no Mikoto, Izanami no Mikoto, Ohikono no Mikoto, and Takenuma Kawawake no Mikoto. It is enshrined.

The four deities enshrined here are also called ``Isasumi Okami'' or ``Isasumi Daimyojin.''

In Japanese mythology, Izanagi and Izani, who are said to be the first generation of the "seven generations of gods" who are the gods of creation of heaven and earth, stirred up the sea and created the land of Japan (domestic production). She gave birth to the gods of all things (God-birth).

The two deities, Obiko-no-mikoto and Takenuma Kawabetsu-no-mikoto, are also enshrined together, and are said to bring a wide range of benefits, including ``marital harmony,'' ``marriage,'' ``business development,'' and ``abundance of crops,'' as well as warding off all directions and warding off evil spirits. It is said.

In addition, Isasumi Shrine awards a ``Good Luck Amulet'' that is said to have the most power among amulets and is valid for two years, and is popular as an award that greatly increases your luck.

Isasumi Shrine New Year’s visit information

The schedule for festivals and events during the year-end and New Year holidays is as follows: 16:00 on December 31st, after the New Year's Purification Ceremony (garden festival, main shrine festival), the gates will be closed at 18:00, the New Year's Eve Festival will be held from 23:00, and then at midnight on New Year's Day. Once the gates are open, you can visit the shrine 24 hours a day.

On New Year's Day, the Saidan Festival will be held from 9:00 a.m., and the talismans and talismans will be accepted from 12:00 to 18:00, but from 2nd onwards, it will be open from 8:00 to 18:00.

Please note that during the extremely busy period from December 31st to January 5th, there are five temporary New Year's visit parking lots set up around the shrine, so please use them.

Isasumi Shrine＜Information＞

• Facility name: Isasumi Shrine
• Location: 4377 Miyabayashi Ko, Aizumisato-cho, Onuma-gun, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 0242-54-5050
• Prayer reception hours: 9:00-15:00
• Reception hours for awarded items: 9:00-16:00
• URL: Isasumi Shrine official website

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Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine (Koriyama City)

Adjacent to Kaiseiyama Park, a famous spot for cherry blossoms in downtown Koriyama City, it is one of the best power spots in the Tohoku region and is nicknamed the ``Ise-sama of Tohoku'' as it is the only place in Japan to receive the spirit of Ise Jingu.

In January 1876 (Meiji 9), permission was granted to enshrine the spirits of Ise Grand Shrine, and it was named ``Kaiseiyama Daijingu'', and by October 1874, the main shrine and worship hall were built using lumber used at Ise Grand Shrine etc. have been completed.

It is said that the permission for the separation of spirits was granted by Emperor Meiji, who was concerned about the situation of the various domains in Fukushima prefecture, such as the Aizu domain and the Nihonmatsu domain, which had suffered the stigma of being enemies of the Imperial Court during the Boshin War.

Although it has a short history since its founding, it is deeply believed in as a spiritual center for the settlers who were involved in the development of Asaka in the Meiji era, and even today, many people from all over the country come to worship for events such as New Year's visit.

Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine’s enshrined deity and blessings

The three deities that are enshrined are Amaterasu Omikami, Toyouke Bime, and Kamuyamato Iwarebiko no Mikoto (first Emperor Jimmu). is.

Benefits include ``good luck'', ``fulfillment of wishes'', and ``rich harvest'', as well as ``easy childbirth and child rearing'', ``matchmaking'', ``achievement in studies'', ``warding off evil spirits'', ``prosperity in business'', ``traffic safety'', and ``freedom from disease''. It is said that it will bring good health.

In the precincts, there is Kaiseiyama Inari Shrine as a final shrine, and Uka no Mitama no Kami, which is also another name for Toyouke Okami, is enshrined. ” etc.

Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine’s New Year’s visit information

During the New Year's visit period, the parking lot on the shrine grounds is very crowded, so temporary parking lots will be set up at the following locations.

• West parking lot on the "Koriyama Women's University Kindergarten" side: From 10:00 p.m. on December 31st to 5:00 p.m. on January 4th
• West side parking lot of "Koriyama City Kaiseiyama Park": From January 1st to January 5th

If you are visiting by car, please note that part of the road north of the shrine will be closed from 10pm on December 31st to 3pm on January 1st.

New Year's events include the Saitansai Festival on New Year's Day, which starts at midnight, and the Sagicho Festival, which takes place on the 7th, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

In addition, the distribution time of awarded items during the New Year will be irregular as follows.

• New Year's Day (Wednesday): Twice from 0:00 to 3:00 and from 6:00 to 22:00
• 2nd (Thursday) and 3rd (Friday): 8:00 to 21:00
• 4th (Sat) and 5th (Sun): 8:30 to 18:00
• 6th (Friday): 8:30 to 21:00
• 7th: 7:00 to 17:00

From the 8th (Sunday) onwards, reception hours will be from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for prayers and presentations.

Additionally, stalls will be set up on the grounds from 13:00 on New Year's Eve until January 7th, so please check the official Daijingu website for times and other details.

Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine <Information>

• Facility name: Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine
• Location: 3-1-38 Kaisei, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 024-932-1521
• Prayer reception hours: 9:00-16:30
• Reception hours for awarded items: 9:00-16:30
• URL: Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine official website

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Miyakobetsu Shrine (Tanagura Town)

There are two Tsutsukowake Shrines in Tanagura Town Tsutsukowaki Shrine (Baba Tsutsukowake Shrine) in Baba, Tanagura Town, and Tsutsukowake Shrine a Betsu Shrine (Yatsuki Tsutsukobetsu Shrine).

Both shrines were built when Yamato Takeru, the son of the 12th Emperor Keiko, set up a halberd on Mt. Mt. Tsutsuko (Mt. Kenhoko in Shirakawa City, Fukushima Prefecture) during his expedition to Ou. The shrine that enshrined life is called Soshin.

Miyakobetsu Shrine is considered to be the ``Ichinomiya Shrine of Mutsu Province,'' but it is still unresolved as to which one is the historical headquarters, and both shrines are treated as the headquarters in the Engishiki Shinto Name Book.

theory is Chikatsu Shrine in Daigo, Ibaraki Prefecture is the lower shrine, Baba Shrine is the upper shrine, and Yatsuki Shrine is the middle shrine. The truth is, we don't know.

The enshrined deity and blessings of Miyakobetsu Shrine

The main enshrined deity is Ajisukitakahikone-no-mikoto, who is said to have been enshrined by Nihon Takeru, and it is said that Nihon Takeru was enshrined together as a side shrine in 807 (Daido 2). I am.

Miso Takahikone-no-Mikoto is a god of agriculture and a god of thunder, and is said to have blessings such as ``abundance of crops,'' ``protection of real estate,'' ``prosperity in business,'' family security, and ``matchmaking,'' and is said to have the deity of a snake god. Recommended for New Year's visit in 2025.

It is also said to be a power spot for Nippon Takeru, a legendary hero who fought the Kumaso Conquest and the Togoku Conquest, and is also known in novels, movies, manga, and anime, and is said to have the blessings of ``overcoming difficult situations'' and ``longevity with martial arts.''

Information on New Year's visit to Miyakobetsu Shrine

For New Year's visit, it is popular to visit three Chikazu shrines in one day, which is said to bring greater blessings.

There is a parking lot for about 20 cars at Yatsukisha, but not at Babasha, so you will need to use the parking lot on the north side of the nearby Tanagura Town Hall.

At Yatsuki Shrine, the time for receiving gifts is said to be between 9:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., and at Baba Shrine, there is no information on the time, probably because the chief priest's home is the shrine office.

We recommend calling to confirm before your visit.

Yatsuki Tsutsukobetsu Shrine <Information>

• Facility name: Yatsuki Tsutsukobetsu Shrine
• Address: 224 Yatsuki Omiya, Tanagura-cho, Higashi-Shirakawa-gun, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 0247-33-3505
• Prayer reception hours: 9:30-16:00
• Reception hours for awarded items: 9:30-16:00
• URL: Tanagura Town Tourism Association Official Website

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Baba Miyako Kowaki Shrine (Baba Miyako Kobetsu Shrine) <Information>

• Facility name: Baba Miyakowaki Shrine (Baba Miyakokowaki Shrine)
• Location: 39 Tanagura Baba, Tanagura-cho, Higashishirakawa-gun, Fukushima Prefecture
• Phone number: 0247-33-7219
• Prayer reception hours: unknown
• Awarded item reception time: unknown
• URL: Tanagura Town Tourism Association Official Website

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summary

In this article, we introduced three shrines recommended for New Year's visit, but it is also a good idea to visit a temple on New Year's Eve while listening to the ringing of New Year's bell.

When making your first visit to a temple, we recommend visiting a temple whose principal image is Fugen Bosatsu, which is the guardian image of the 2025 zodiac sign, the Year of the Snake, and is said to bring you good luck.

Why not find out about the principal image of a temple in your neighborhood and visit it?