Kawagoe Kumano Shrine

Kawagoe Kumano Jinja

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Kawagoe Kumano Shrine is known for its blessings of good fortune, matchmaking, and protection from evil. The grounds are full of highlights, including a stroking snake statue and a money-washing pond.

Shrines and Temples

HighlightsShrine offering blessings of good fortune, matchmaking, and protection from evil
Stroking snake statue
Money-washing pond
Knot Garden
Giant Yatagarasu statue

Basic Information

Address: 17-1 Renjakucho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Saitama

Access: Exit Kawagoe-Honkawagoe Station on the Seibu Shinjuku Line at the Kura no Machi-guchi (East Exit) and walk north along Chuo-dori Street for about 5 minutes. Cross the Renjakucho intersection, and you'll see the Kawagoe Kumano Shrine sign on your right. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: Access is limited to those arriving by car for prayer. There is a nearby paid parking lot (coin parking). A 10% refund of the prayer fee (up to ¥1,000) is offered to those who make a prayer.

HP: https://kawagoekumano.jp/

Overview

Kawagoe Kumano Shrine, located in Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture, is cherished as a shrine for good fortune, matchmaking, and protection from evil. It was established in 1590 when Zenei Bun'o, the second head priest of Rengyoji Temple, invited the deity from Kumano, Wakayama Prefecture. The grounds are packed with attractions, including a stroking snake statue, a money-washing pond, a "Musubi no Niwa" (Knot Garden) with the sounds of a Yatagarasu (three-legged crow), various omikuji (fortune slips), a foot reflexology path, and a giant Yatagarasu statue. Even a simple visit is enjoyable, but the shrine holds so much charm that you'll want to return again and again. Conveniently located along popular walking routes in Kawagoe, it's easy to incorporate into your sightseeing itinerary. Nearby attractions like the traditional *kurazukuri* (storehouse) streets make for a perfect combined sightseeing experience. Kawagoe Kumano Shrine offers a glimpse into the history and culture of Kawagoe. Visit Kawagoe Kumano Shrine and receive blessings of good fortune, matchmaking, and protection from evil.

Kawagoe Kumano Shrine

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