Japanese Shrines With Unique Specialties
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Explore the map in the DocentPro app9 attractions in Japan: Zeniarai Benten Shrine, Yasui Kompiragū Shrine, Kanda Myoujin Shrine, and 6 more. Every place is verified on Google Maps, featured in an Instagram post by Maria - Japan Travel Expert.
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Zeniarai Benten Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.3
Wash your coins and bills in the sacred spring water for good fortune. Legend has it your money will double.
Yasui Kompiragū Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.4
Visit this shrine to sever bad relationships and form new positive ones. Squeeze through the monument covered in prayer papers for a symbolic fresh start.
Kanda Myoujin Shrine
Place of worship
4.4
This shrine is popular for blessing electronic devices, reflecting its location near Akihabara. A unique spot for tech enthusiasts seeking divine protection for their gadgets.
Gōtokuji Temple
Place of worship
4.5
Immerse yourself in thousands of beckoning cat statues. Purchase a maneki-neko to make a wish and leave it as an offering.
Kawai Shrine
Place of worship
4.3
Visit Japan's most famous beauty shrine to make wishes for beauty. Decorate a mirror-shaped ema plaque with makeup and leave it as an offering.
Yushima Tenjin Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.3
Students visit this shrine to pray for success in studies and exams. Observe thousands of wooden ema plaques inscribed with heartfelt wishes.
Suitengu Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.1
This shrine is dedicated to safe childbirth and healthy pregnancies, making it a key pilgrimage site for expectant mothers. Many visit to receive blessings and purchase protective hara-obi belts.
Ishikiri Tsurugiya Jinja
Shinto shrine
4.3
Known as 'The tumor god', this shrine draws visitors seeking healing from serious illnesses. Participate in the tradition of walking in circles around the shrine's stone posts for prayers.
Tagata Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.2
Visit this shrine known for fertility prayers. It's famous for its unique and explicit phallic symbols displayed during its annual festival.
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