Fufukō-jinsha is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture. Dedicated to Fūfuku, the kami of abundance and fertility, the shrine is believed to have been established during the Edo period (1603-1867). Visitors can admire the traditional Japanese architecture and observe the rituals performed at the shrine's daily ceremonies.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fūfuku
- Kami enshrined
- Fūfuku
- Coordinates
- 36.3037677, 139.2051245
Visitor tip
To make a wish or pray for good luck, tie a ribbon with your name on it to the designated wish tree and take it home as a souvenir.
Cultural notes
As Fūfuku is associated with fertility and abundance, visitors can expect to see a variety of offerings, including rice, sake, and other food items, at the shrine's altars. The shrine also participates in the annual Takasaki Matsuri festival, which honors Fūfuku and celebrates the city's prosperity.
Historical note
Founded in the Edo period, likely during the reign of Tokugawa Iemitsu.