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Ebisu Shrine

蛭子神社

Hiruko Jinja

Nara

A Shinto shrine dedicated to Hiruko-no-Mikoto, better known as Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Ebisu is revered as a deity of fishing, commerce, and good fortune, making this shrine a popular destination for prayers related to business prosperity and safe voyages.

Denomination
Ebisu
Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Hiruko-no-Mikoto (Ebisu)
Kami enshrined
Hiruko-no-Mikoto, Ebisu
Coordinates
34.6186347, 136.0895657

Visitor tip

Business owners and fishermen often visit to pray for prosperity and safe returns from the sea.

Cultural notes

Ebisu, originally known as Hiruko-no-Mikoto, is unique among Japanese deities as he is considered both a native kami and one of the imported Seven Lucky Gods. He is typically depicted holding a fishing rod and a sea bream, symbolizing abundance and good fortune.

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