Located in the city of Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, Aben no Iwane no Okami-gu is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of prosperity and wealth, Abeno Iwane. The shrine's main hall was built during the Kamakura period and its primary deity, Abeno Iwane, is revered as a kami who grants good fortune and success in business and finance.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Abeno Iwane
- 祀られている神
- Abeno Iwane, Jurojin
- 座標
- 36.0401638, 139.5840028
参拝のヒント
To experience the shrine's prosperity-granting energy, visit during the annual Obon festival, which honors the spirits of one's ancestors. Offer a coin to the shrine's donation box and make a prayer for good fortune.
文化的背景
Aben no Iwane is often depicted as a benevolent deity who watches over merchants and traders. The shrine's proximity to Tokyo also makes it a popular destination for businesspeople seeking good luck before meetings.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after being destroyed by an earthquake in 1923.