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Ugakuku Shrine (Senzei Benzaiten)
〒248-0017 神奈川県鎌倉市佐助２丁目２５−１６
This shrine is known as 'Senzei Benzaiten' (Coin-Washing Benzaiten) because it is said that washing coins in the clear water from a cave within the shrine grounds will cause them to multiply.
Enshrined deities
Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto
History
Legend holds that in 1185 CE (Bunji 1), Minamoto no Yoritomo received a divine dream from the deity Ugakuku and built a shrine to offer worship to the kami and Buddha. In 1257 CE (Seika 1), Hojo Tokiyori washed coins in the sacred water to pray for the prosperity of his clan, which is considered the origin of the coin-washing tradition. Due to the separation of Shinto and Buddhism in the Meiji era, the enshrined deity became Ichikishimahime-no-Mikoto. The shrine became independent from its subsidiary status in 1970.
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Blessings
It is believed that washing coins in the sacred water brings benefits such as increasing wealth, prosperity for one's family, and the successful accomplishment of endeavors.
What visitors say
Located on the mid-slope of a steep hill, this shrine offers a unique atmosphere surrounded by greenery after passing through a tunnel carved into the rock. Visitors can purchase a set at the shrine office and perform worship by washing coins in the spring water. The grounds are quiet and filled with a sacred atmosphere, providing an experience where tourism and faith blend together.
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Tuesday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Wednesday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Thursday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Friday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Saturday: 8:00 – 16:30
- Sunday: 8:00 – 16:30
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