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Ebisu Shrine

恵美須様

Ebisu-sama

Kochi

A shrine dedicated to Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods (Shichifukujin) in Japanese mythology. Ebisu is revered as the deity of fishermen, merchants, and good fortune, making this shrine a popular destination for prayers related to business prosperity and bountiful catches.

宗派
Ebisu
宗教
shinto
祭神
Ebisu
祀られている神
Ebisu
座標
33.3743672, 132.6919283

参拝のヒント

Visit during the traditional Ebisu festival days (usually around January 10th) when special prayers for business prosperity are offered.

文化的背景

Ebisu is unique among the Seven Lucky Gods as the only one of purely Japanese origin. Often depicted holding a fishing rod and a sea bream (tai), he represents honest labor and the bounty of the sea. In coastal regions like Kochi, Ebisu worship is particularly significant due to the prefecture's strong fishing culture.

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