7 things to experience at Jishu shrine

Jishu shrine is located on the grounds of Kiyomizu Temple in Kyoto.
This is known as a shrine that has the benefit of love.
Jishu shrine is a very historical shrine, and one theory is that it existed before Japan was built.
It is a tourist spot that represents Kyoto, where many couples, couples, and young women visit every day in search of the benefits of marriage.

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A brief explanation of the history of Jishu shrine!
7 things to experience at Jishu shrine

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What are the benefits of Jishu shrine?
The benefit of Jishu shrine, which is mainly known to the general public, is “matchmaking”.
But there are many other benefits as well.
Please do not hesitate to ask for the benefits you desire when you actually visit.
The benefits of Jishu shrine are summarized below.

Marriage
Child treasure
Easy delivery
Healthy longevity
Improvement of various arts (to improve lessons)
Traffic safety
Travel safety
thriving business
Academic achievement

A brief explanation of the history of Jishu shrine!

The history of Jishu shrine is very old, and it has become clear that the love fortune stone in the main shrine was made during the Jomon period.
Therefore, Jishu shrine is said to be a shrine that existed before Japan was built.

The background of its construction is not clear because it is too long ago, but it is a shrine that has been loved by many people since ancient times, such as when the emperor went there.
From the Muromachi period to the Edo period, the area around the shrine was crowded as a famous place for cherry blossoms.
It is said that Toyotomi Hideyoshi also had a cherry blossom viewing at this shrine.

It was around the Edo period that the benefits of marriage today became famous.
It has been worshiped by many people as a god of land protection and marriage.
In 1994, it was registered as a World Heritage Site, attracting many tourists from Japan and abroad, and is very popular with Kiyomizu Temple.

7 things to experience at Jishu shrine

“Jishu shrine” is extremely popular with domestic and foreign tourists.
Located in Kiyomizu-dera, a World Heritage Site, it is one of the most popular shrines in Kyoto that many people visit every day.
What are the attractions and highlights of “Jishu shrine” that attracts such people?
We will dig deeper into the highlights of Jishu shrine.

First: Love Fortune Stone

The most famous of the “Jishu shrine” is this “Love Fortune Stone”.
In front of the main shrine, this “Love Fortune Stone” has two separate stones located about 10m apart.
It is said that romance will be fulfilled when you start walking with both eyes closed from the stone on one side and reach the stone on the other side.
(Be careful not to get injured or disturb other people as there are many people in the vicinity.)

Let’s count the number of times it takes to get there.
Those who succeed in one time: Love grows quickly
Those who succeed in a few times: The fulfillment of love is delayed
People who couldn’t reach by themselves: In order for love to come to fruition, it takes the power of other people, such as friends.

Second: “Nadedaikoku”

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“Nadedaikoku” is an image that is said to receive various benefits by stroking.

And depending on where you stroke, the benefits you can receive will change!

List of benefits
Head: Winning the exam and improving grades
Hands: Improve your entertainment and win
Feet: Traffic safety / travel
Belly: Easy delivery and childbirth
Kozuchi: Apotropaic magic, good luck, good luck
Lucky bag: Fortune and prosperous business
Straw: Family safety, marital harmony, career advancement, land protection

Third: Hitogatabarai

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Hitogatabarai is an apotropaic doll that you write your name and wishes on the doll, blow on it, and then float it on the water.
It is said that if the doll dissolves in water, it can be warded off.
If you are suffering from a disaster or have something you don’t like, make a wish for the doll and go to get rid of it.

Fourth: Haraedo no Okami

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“Harae do no Okami” is a god who is said to get rid of bad luck and bad luck, and gives a bright and pure heart.
If you want to benefit, please add your hand to the crystal ball.

Fifth: Pray for the sound of a gong

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It is said that if you ring the gong three times, your wish will reach God and your wish will come true.
This number “3” is said to be a number that promises the growth and prosperity of all things in the world.
Make sure to ring the gong “3” times

Sixth: Watering Jizo

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It is said that if you pray for this “watering Jizo” with water, your luck will improve.
Half of the body of “Mizukake Jizo” is worn out.
The reason is that it was buried in the ground of “Jishu shrine” for a long time, and it is known that Jizo, who has practiced for a long time, has a strong benefit.