Koma Shrine

高麗神社

/ Koma Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
15 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

Koma Shrine honors a Goguryeo prince who resettled in Japan after the fall of his Korean kingdom in the 7th century. It stands as a remarkable testament to ancient Korean-Japanese connections and the multicultural origins of the Kanto region.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
716 [霊亀2年]

Enshrines Jakko-o, a Goguryeo (Korean) prince who led 1,799 refugees from the fallen Korean kingdom to settle in Musashi Province in 716 CE. A rare shrine honoring Korean-Japanese historical connections.

📄
Documented
716

Enshrined Deities

⛩
Jakko O
primary Deity

Blessings

Career Advancement Success

Shrine Network

Independent independent

Did You Know?

💡

Multiple Japanese prime ministers have visited this shrine before taking office, giving it a reputation for granting political advancement.

Source: documented

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.8850, 139.3100

Physical Address

833 Niibori, Hidaka, Saitama

埼玉県日高市新堀833

Access

Koma Station (JR Hachiko Line)

15 min walk

Hours

Open daily

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

What is Koma Shrine?

Koma Shrine honors a Goguryeo prince who resettled in Japan after the fall of his Korean kingdom in the 7th century. It stands as a remarkable testament to ancient Korean-Japanese connections and the multicultural origins of the Kanto region.

Where is Koma Shrine located?

Koma Shrine is located in Hidaka, Saitama. The full address is: 833 Niibori, Hidaka, Saitama.