Admission
- Adult (18+)Free
At a Glance
As a Benzaiten shrine built on an island, it follows the tradition that this goddess of water and prosperity must be worshipped near water, she's one of Japan's Seven Lucky Gods and grants wishes for success and eloquence.
The shrine's name 'Hataage' means 'raising a flag', legend says Benzaiten appeared to Minamoto no Yoritomo when he raised his army in battle, leading him to build this shrine in her honor on an island in Genji Pond.
This shrine offers 1 different goshuin designs
Regular
The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place
Part of the Tsurugaoka Hachimangu complex.
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What this place is believed to grant
Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture
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This shrine sits inside Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, on a small island-like spot in Genji Pond. It is easy to reach once you are in the grounds, and it can still feel quiet even when the main shrine is crowded. The site is known for Benzaiten linked to performing arts, and morning worshippers are common.
Plan to visit the office just to the right of the hall if you want a goshuin, which is available by hand from 9:00. Look for the large maki tree at the entrance and the stone behind the hall associated with Masako Hojo. There are many pigeons around, so it may not suit you if you dislike birds.
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Hataage Bentensha
Kamakura, Kanagawa
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Hataage Bentensha
Kamakura, Kanagawa
