Nishinomiya Shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture is dedicated to Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods in Japanese folklore. As an Ebisu shrine, it serves as a local center for prayers related to business prosperity, good fortune, and successful fishing or maritime activities.
- Denomination
- Ebisu
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ebisu (deity of fishing, luck, and prosperity)
- Kami enshrined
- Ebisu
- Coordinates
- 32.6524138, 130.2926544
Visitor tip
Visit during the New Year period when special prayers for business prosperity are commonly offered.
Cultural notes
Ebisu is particularly revered by merchants, fishermen, and business owners. As one of the few purely Japanese deities among the Seven Lucky Gods, Ebisu represents indigenous Shinto beliefs about prosperity and luck from the sea.