Mishima Shrine (Tokyo, Japan) Commemorates Its Reconstruction with the Issuance of Paper-Cut Goshuin

 Mishima Shrine is currently undergoing  reconstruction of its main shrine building due to its deterioration. As part of  this effort, we have decided to commemorate the shrine’s legacy with a Paper-Cut  Goshuin featuring the design of Mishima Shrine's structure before reconstruction.  The donation for the Goshuin will be used as part of the funds for the shrine's  rebuilding.

Commemorative Paper-Cut Goshuin  (Gold - Above, Silver - Below)

Website: https://www.mishimajinjya.or.jp/wp/

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■Detailed information of Mishima Shrine

  MishimaShrine is located in Shitaya, Tokyo, and is home to a lightning well that issaid to have trapped lightning. The shrine is known for its 'no fall and fail’ benefit, based on the legend that the lightning ceased to fall dueto the lightning well.

■The Gods of Mishima Shrine

・Ōyamazumi -no-Mikoto:  God of mountains  throughout Japan, famously known as the god of war who oversees victory.

・Kamitsu-Hime-no-Mikoto (also known as Iwanaga-Hime-no-Mikoto): The daughter of Ōyamazumi -no-Mikotoand sister of Konohana-no-Sakuya-Hime-no-Mikoto. She is revered as the goddessof longevity

・Shimotsu-Hime-no-Mikoto   (also known as Konohana-no-Sakuya-Hime-no-Mikoto): The daughter of Ōyamazumi  -no-Mikoto and sister of Iwanaga-Hime-no-Mikoto. She is venerated as the  goddess of easy childbirth and family happiness.

The shrine before reconstruction

■Background to the Rebuilding

 The main building of Mishima Shrine, the  shrine office, and Hiyoke Inari Shrine were constructed in 1954 with the  support of the shrine's parishioners and worshippers. 

 However,  due to damage from termites and other factors, these buildings have  deteriorated over time. Additionally, they are located in a fire protection  zone, but the buildings are neither fireproof nor earthquake-proof, making them  vulnerable to collapse or fire in the event of a large-scale earthquake. 

After five years of careful consideration, we  have decided to proceed with the reconstruction of the buildings.

■Features of the Paper-Cut Goshuin

　The Goshuin features the design of Mishima  Shrine before reconstruction. It will be available after a purification  ceremony in front of the shrine's deity and distributed at the shrine office.

-Meaning Behind the Design-

Gold Color: Represents the front view of the shrine building, as well as cherry blossoms that symbolize the deity Konohana-no-Sakuya-Hime-no-Mikoto.  

Silver Color: Represents the diagonal view of the shrine building, also featuring cherry blossoms that symbolize the deity Konohana-no-Sakuya-Hime-no-Mikoto.            

■What is a Goshuin?

　A Goshuin is a seal received when visiting a  shrine or temple as proof of your visit. It includes the name of the shrine and  its deity, and it is considered a special and meaningful mark, different from a  simple stamp. In recent years, many visitors collect Goshuin from various  shrines and temples.

■Paper-Cut Goshuin Details

Name: Commemorative Limited Edition Goshuin for theReconstruction   

Types: Gold / Silver (Two types in total) 

Donation Fee: 2,000 yen per piece      

For online donations, please visit the Mishima Shrine website.

■Outline of the Shrine

Name of Shrine: Mishima Shrine

Location: 3-7-5  Shitaya, Taito-Ward, Tokyo, Japan

Access: Mishima Shrine is accessible via public transportation

・Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line: 8-minute walk from Iriya Station, Exit 4

・JR Yamanote Line: 15-minute walk from Uguisudani Station, South Exit

Phone: 03-3873-0172

Website: http://www.mishimajinjya.or.jp/

■What is the Lightning Well?

 Long ago, theMusashino wilderness was often struck by lightning, causing great fear amongthe villagers. 

 One day,lightning struck the precincts of Mishima Shrine, and the priest sealed it in awell. The trapped lightning bagged the priest to release it, promising never tostrike the area again. The priest, forgiving the lightning, agreed. Since thattime, it is said that lightning has never struck the area again, and the wellis considered a protector against lightning.

The Legendary Lightning Well

Contact Information for Donations and Inquiries:

Mishima Shrine

Phone/Fax: 03-3873-0172