Hello, fellow travel lovers!
Today, I visited Zeniarai Benzaiten, one of Kamakura's famous power spots.
Today, I visited Zeniarai Benzaiten, one of Kamakura's famous power spots.
Its official name is Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine, but it's affectionately known as "Zeniarai Benten.
The entrance is, believe it or not, a cave carved into a cliff! As you pass through, a torii gate appears, and the cool air gives off a truly spiritual vibe. It feels like stepping into another world!
Wash your money and become a millionaire!?
In the inner shrine of Zeniarai Benzaiten, there’s a mystical space dedicated to washing money!
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- At the inner shrine, you place the money in a basket.
- Scoop the Zeniarai water with a ladle and gently pour it over your money three times.
- It is believed that the money you wash should be used for things that bring joy to others or for helpful purposes.。
Could this be your ticket to becoming a millionaire too!?
But wait, I hardly ever use cash anymore... I’m all about that cashless life!
Then it hit me—why not pour the water on my smartphone? (Disclaimer: Don’t try this at home!)
One of Kamakura's Five Famous Waters! The Sacred Spring of Zeniarai Benzaiten
It turns out that the spring water at Zeniarai Benzaiten is actually one of Kamakura's Five Famous Waters. It feels like the blessings might double, right? I didn’t find any spots where you could drink the water, though.
I really wanted to stop by the Shichifuku Teahouse... Guess that’ll have to be for next time!
Inside the temple grounds, there's a small shop called Shichifuku Teahouse, with signs crammed everywhere advertising things like dango, oden, and oshiruko. I had to skip it this time due to time constraints, but next time, I definitely want to stop by!
Zeniarai Benzaiten is the perfect place to wish for a boost in your financial luck. Who knows, maybe by the next time I visit, it’ll be all about washing digital money instead! (lol) Be sure to check it out for yourself!
The journey continues... Wishing you all a wonderful trip! – TabiJun
Duration of stay here: 30 minutes
