Kou Jinja

Standing in the center of Konosu City, Kou Jinja is an old shrine said to have been founded in the late Kofun period. In the year 1873 it became Kou Jinja by merging three shrines, the Raiden, Kumano, and Hikawa shrines. The stork legend, said to be the origin of the city name Konosu, has been handed down here, and the shrine is known for blessings of childbearing, safe birth, and good ties.

Free of showiness, it is a warm power spot in the center of the prefecture, quietly visited by people praying for family happiness and new life.

Highlights

- Drawing on the stork legend behind the place name, many visitors come to pray for childbearing and safe birth - Because it was formed by merging three shrines, it is said to grant wide ranging blessings such as protection from misfortune, ill fortune, and unlucky directions - Charming amulets with a stork motif are popular as gifts for expectant parents and their families - Cherished too as a place to make matchmaking wishes, where people pray for good ties

Enjoying the Seasons

Spring colors the grounds with cherry blossoms, while summer brings cool shade. Autumn offers calm foliage, and in winter you can pray quietly in the clear air, a shrine you will want to visit at life milestones such as the first prayer of the year and the seven five three festival.

Access and Basic Information

- Location: 1-9 Hongucho, Konosu City, Saitama - About an 8 minute walk from Konosu Station on the JR Takasaki Line - About 15 minutes by car from the Okegawa Kitamoto interchange on the Ken O Expressway - Parking is available

A Quick Tip

Being within walking distance of Konosu Station makes it easy to drop by on a whim. If you are praying for childbearing or a safe birth, it is said to be good to receive a stork amulet and carry it carefully with you.