弁天社

This small shrine is dedicated to Benzaiten (Benten), the Buddhist-Shinto deity of water, music, eloquence, and wisdom who is often depicted with a biwa lute. Worshippers come here to pray for artistic talents, academic success, and protection from misfortune, as Benzaiten is particularly revered by musicians, students, and those seeking to improve their communication skills. The shrine represents the syncretic tradition where this originally Hindu goddess Saraswati became beloved in Japanese folk religion as a benevolent protector of the arts and learning.