Motomishima-jinja, Shinto shrine in Japan
Motomishima-jinja is a small Shinto shrine in Taitō-ku in Tokyo with traditional wooden buildings and quiet grounds. The site combines structures rebuilt in 1966 after World War 2 destruction, merging at least two older village shrines that once stood in this location.
The shrine was originally built in 1710 and later merged several older village sanctuaries into one site. After World War 2 destruction, it was rebuilt in 1966 and has continued serving the local community since then.
The shrine is dedicated to Jurojin, one of the seven gods of luck, and draws visitors seeking good fortune. It also houses Oyamatsumi and Izanagi, bringing together different deities and local beliefs that have been preserved here over many generations.
The shrine sits near the tiny Uguisudani Station on the Yamanote Line and hides within narrow neighborhood streets. Visitors should walk slowly, speak quietly, and show respect by bowing at the entrance and leaving small coins as offerings.
The shrine allows visitors to draw small wooden fortune slips called Omikuji that contain predictions about luck. Many visitors tie the strips to nearby racks if the message is favorable, or leave worries behind if they wish.
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