Shrine · Sakai / Sakaihigashi
Hochigai Shrine 方違神社
Ancient Sakai shrine dedicated to protection from bad directions, visited by people before moving house, building or travelling.
HoursPrayer reception 9:00-16:00
PriceFree
Getting thereSakaihigashi Station (Nankai Koya Line), northeast exit, 5 min
Time needed20-30 minutes
Best timeBefore a move or a long trip, in keeping with its purpose
Address2-2-1 Kitamikunigaoka-cho, Sakai-ku, Sakai, Osaka 590-0021
Websitehochigai-jinja.or.jp
About
Hochigai Shrine has long been worshipped as the deity that wards off misfortune associated with unlucky directions. People come to pray before relocating, building a house or setting out on a journey. It is a five-minute walk from Sakaihigashi Station and is busy on weekends and auspicious days.
Highlights
- Unusual focus on protection from unlucky directions
- Charms and amulets for travel and moving
- Amulet office open every day of the year
Tips
- Prayers are accepted without reservation; amulet office open daily.
- Five minutes from Sakaihigashi, an easy add-on to the Mozu tombs.
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