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Ebisu Shrine

恵比寿社

Ebisu-sha

A Shinto shrine dedicated to Ebisu, one of the Seven Lucky Gods and a prominent deity in Japanese folk religion. Ebisu is revered as the patron of fishermen, merchants, and prosperity in business endeavors.

Denomination
Ebisu
Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Ebisu, deity of commerce and fishing
Kami enshrined
Ebisu
Coordinates
34.7214383, 137.0440116

Visitor tip

Many visitors come to pray for business success and prosperity, especially during the New Year period.

Cultural notes

Ebisu is one of the Shichifukujin (Seven Lucky Gods) and is typically depicted holding a fishing rod and a sea bream. He is considered the only purely Japanese deity among the Seven Lucky Gods and is especially popular among business owners and fishermen who pray for good fortune.