[2025] Hatsumode Spots in Kyoto! 12 recommended shrines
The historical city of Kyoto is also known for its many power spots. This time, we will introduce places where you can improve your luck, as well as mysterious places where power is said to reside.
Kamowake Ikazuchi Shrine, commonly known as Kamigamo Shrine, is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto. "Tatesuna", which is modeled after the mountain (Kamiyama) where the enshrined deity "Kamowake Ikazuchi Okami" descended, and "Katayamamiko Shrine", the first shrine for matchmaking. The grounds are dotted with power spots, such as the "Yin-Yang Stone (Negaishi)" in Shokeien, which is said to make wishes come true, and the "Nara-no-Ogawa" where the pure air flows.
Kifune Shrine enshrines the deity Takaokami, who controls the supply of water. In ancient times, ``Kifune'' was written as ``the root of mind,'' and ``the mountain of mind,'' and it was also written as ``kiseirei'' in modern times. I've been collecting The mizuura mikuji (water fortune telling slip) is also popular, as the sacred water springs out from the stone wall in front of the shrine. It is also known for the benefits of matchmaking.
Founded in 770. [Kurama Temple] is said to be the birthplace of the Tengu legend. It is said that the “Kongo-doko” in front of the main hall, Kondo, connects with the universe and grants wishes. Kurama-san, where [Kurama-dera Temple] is located, is surrounded by a sacred atmosphere, and the road leading to Kifune has tree roots exposed on the ground. Kinonemichi is famous as a training ground for Ushiwakamaru.
It is said that all wishes of women will be blessed, and Ichihime Shrine is especially famous for the ``prayer to ward off evil for women,'' which was received by successive empresses. The water of Amanomanai in the precincts is a famous water with a long history that was used for the first bath of successive emperors. It is said that one wish will come true if you make a wish while drinking water from the well after dedicating an ema with a wish written on it. The cute "Princess Mikuji" is also popular and can be taken home as a lucky charm.
Kijima Zamaterasu Mitama Shrine, commonly known as ``Silkworm Shrine,'' is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, and is said to have been built around the 7th century. In the depths of this precinct, there is one of Kyoto's three great torii gates, the Mihashira Torii. Currently, this torii is covered with a fence, but the surroundings are surrounded by a mysterious atmosphere.
As the head office of Atago Shrine, [Atago Shrine] is enshrined on Mt. Atago, the highest peak in Kyoto City. In order to worship, you have to walk the mountain path for about two hours, but from the top you can see the city of Kyoto, Mt. Hiei and the Mt. Hiei mountain range. It is known as a shrine with miraculous powers for fighting fires and preventing fires, and it is said to be a good idea to enshrine a talisman of 'Hinoyojin' in the kitchen.
The detached precincts of Shoren-in Monzeki on the summit of Higashiyama [Seiryuden]. The National Treasure Blue Fudo (replica) is enshrined here, and is said to ward off earthly desires. In addition, the [Shogunzuka], which is about 2m high and about 20m in diameter, is a power spot in front of [Seiryuden]. It is said that Emperor Kanmu buried a statue of the shogun in armor to pray for the peace and security of Kyoto.
[Hyuga Daijingu] is the “Ise-san of Kyoto” that people frequently visited in the days when you could only visit Ise Jingu once in your life. The inner shrine is divided into outer and inner shrines, and the inner shrine enshrines Amaterasu Omikami, the same deity as Ise Jingu. There are many power spots such as "Yogouiwa" where the god descends, "Ama no Iwato" which is said to ward off misfortunes when you pass through it, and "Asahi Izumi" where it is said that the plague was quickly cured.
Known as ``Tanuki Mite Fudo-san,'' this is a place of deep prayers for the common people. Fudo Myo-o, the principal image enshrined in the main hall, is famous for its benefits such as warding off evil, preventing cancer, and curing illnesses. It is also said that the raccoon dog brings prosperity in business and good luck, as it leads to 'outside others'.
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