⛩️ Sakura Shrine

In the 15th year of the Meiji era (1882), a shrine was established in Kanda, Tokyo, to revive the ancient Shinto tradition that has been passed down through generations. The so-called ancient Shinto refers to the primal beliefs that naturally emerged from ancient Japan. The method of worship differs from the "two bows, two claps, and one bow" used by many shrines; the formal etiquette is "two bows, four claps, and one bow." At the time of its establishment, it attracted many worshippers seeking blessings for "healing from illness" and "fire prevention." Later, in the 4th year of the Taisho era (1915), under the divine instruction to "immediately relocate to the west direction," the shrine was moved to its current location between the 8th and 11th years of Taisho. This relocation allowed it to escape the devastation of the Great Kanto Earthquake and the fires of World War II, and it became known for its blessings of "disaster relief and avoidance." Additionally, it enshrines several deities from Japanese mythology, allowing for various wishes to receive blessings. By the way, for those who cannot visit in person due to distance, they can use the "Online Worship" feature on the official Sakurajingu website, which has sparked quite a bit of discussion.

A shrine that preserves the rare ancient Shinto traditions in the country. The method of worship is "two bows, four claps, one bow." It is renowned for blessings of "healing from illness," "fire prevention," and "disaster avoidance."