
KAMAKURA, JAPAN
Washing Money for Good Fortune at Zeniarai Benten
KAMAKURA, JAPAN
Washing Money for Good Fortune at Zeniarai Benten
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Kamakura
Kanagawa Prefecture · Kanto · Japan
Tucked away in the hills of Kamakura lies Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine, a beloved spiritual destination famous for its unique tradition: washing money to invite wealth and financial luck. Legend holds that coins or cash cleansed in the shrine's sacred spring water will multiply, drawing countless visitors eager to try the custom firsthand.
Reaching the shrine takes about 15 to 20 minutes on foot from the station, winding uphill toward an atmospheric entrance carved right through the rock. Beyond the stone tunnel and torii pathways, the shrine grounds open into a secluded mountain nook centered around the natural cave spring.
Renowned as a vibrant "power spot" believed to carry uplifting energy and good fortune, this highly popular site is considered an essential stop when exploring Kamakura. Whether you want to take part in the coin-washing ritual or simply soak in the mystical ambience, it offers a memorable glimpse into traditional Japanese customs.
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