The "guardian deity" of Towada-Hachimantai National Park
Prayer Prayer
When visiting a shrine, you normally go to the front of the main building, make an offering, and bow. However, if you wish to make a personal prayer (for success in exams, business success, protection from misfortune, etc.) or if you wish to go up to the main building to pray (ascending the main building to pray), you will need to apply to the shrine.
When you arrive at the shrine, first hand over the offering at the shrine office (where sacred talismans and amulets are distributed), then fill out the designated form with your address, name, and prayer request (wish), and apply to worship.
Once you have completed the application process, a Shinto priest will guide you to the shrine. Shortly thereafter, the prayer festival will begin. However, if there are people who have made prior reservations for prayers, you will be asked to wait.
Therefore, we recommend that you complete your application in advance and arrive at the scheduled time.
Please see below for information on how to apply for prayer.
About the benefits of Emperor Yamato Takeru at Towada Shrine
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左画像：昭和天皇皇后両陛下が十和田神社を参拝された時のお写真。瞰湖台（かんこだい）より両陛下に、十和田湖の景観をお伝えする元青森県知事山崎岩男。（昭和２６年１０月）
右画像：天皇陛下の幼少時代、浩宮様当時に十和田神社を参拝された時の記念碑
About the benefits of Emperor Yamato Takeru at Towada Shrine
Please pray for the divine virtue of the enshrined deity at various turning points in your life.
Fulfillment of desire
It is said to have the power to grant any wish, and when a prayer is granted, it is common to make a visit to give thanks.
Prayers for long-lasting military fortune and victory
Based on the heroic tales of his pacification of the Kumaso of Kyushu and the Emishi of the eastern provinces, he is said to bring good fortune in victory in competitions, wars, and success in martial arts.
Good luck and good fortune
Due to his achievements in developing and pacifying the vast land and building the foundations of the Yamato Imperial Court, he is worshipped as a god of good fortune, career advancement, and prosperity in one's livelihood (business).
Praying for good health and perfect health
It is said that it is beneficial not only for those who pray for daily health maintenance, but also for those who are worried about their health or recovering from illness.
Fire prevention and disaster prevention
When Yaizu was attacked by thieves and set on fire, he cut down the grass with the Kusanagi sword given to him by his aunt, and then set fire to the grass to escape danger. This anecdote tells us that the shrine has the power to ward off misfortune and disaster, and to protect against fires.
Prayers for good luck in finding a partner
Praying for love is a more specific act of wishing to find a "specific good match" such as love or marriage, while praying for a good match is a broader act of wishing to be blessed with "all good relationships" and "good fortune." It is said to have the benefit of finding a match.
The "guardian deity" of Towada-Hachimantai National Park
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