A shrine dedicated to Shoten, the Japanese Buddhist-Shinto syncretistic deity equivalent to the Hindu elephant-headed god Ganesha. Shoten is revered as a remover of obstacles and bringer of good fortune, prosperity, and success in endeavors.
- Denomination
- Shoten
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shoten (Vinayaka/Ganesha)
- Kami enshrined
- Shoten
- Coordinates
- 35.4598825, 139.3095144
Visitor tip
Offer prayers for removing obstacles and achieving success in your endeavors.
Cultural notes
Shoten represents the syncretic blending of Buddhist and Shinto traditions in Japan, where the Hindu deity Ganesha was adopted and venerated. As an obstacle-removing deity, Shoten is particularly popular among those seeking success in business ventures and personal achievements.