Shrine · Samukawa
Samukawa Shrine 寒川神社
First shrine of Sagami Province, visited by about two million people a year for 'happo-yoke' prayers against misfortune from all directions.
PriceFree
Getting thereJR Miyayama Station, 5 min walk
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeYear round; New Year is very busy
Address3916 Miyayama, Samukawa-machi, Koza-gun, Kanagawa 253-0195
Websitesamukawajinjya.jp
About
Samukawa Shrine is Kanagawa's second-busiest shrine at New Year after Tsurugaoka Hachimangu. It is said to have more formal prayer visitors than any shrine in Japan, many seeking protection when moving house or building.
Highlights
- Happo-yoke directional protection prayers
- Large main hall and gate
- Huge New Year crowds
Tips
- 5 min walk from JR Miyayama Station (Sagami Line)
- Prayer reception 8:00-17:00 year round
- Avoid New Year if you dislike crowds
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