Charms offered by Samukawa-jinja Shrine since ancient times have been used for praising the divine virtues of Samukawa-daimyojin (great deity of Samukawa) as well as for protection against all misfortune and the conferring of benefit. Therefore, our own shrine priests purify and imbue the charms with their prayers. Whether as an expression of daily gratitude or for a personal appeal, these charms and amulets are available for purchase.
08:00 to 17:00
Everyday throughout the year
* During the New Year the opening hours are subject to change. For more information, please contact us.
Charms for inviting happiness through removal of misfortune related to the eight directions
There are two types of charms available: the cotton pouch type and the card type that can be carried in a wallet. In accordance with your preference, you can also choose from five different colors.
Ceremony Fee: ¥800
Happo-yoke Taima
This is an amulet for removing misfortune due to geographic aspects, the physiognomy of one’s residence, the directions, or an inauspicious day.
Ceremony Fee : ¥800
Shrine Taima
This is a unique and efficacious amulet of Samukawa-jinja Shrine for wish fulfillment, well-being of the family, and success in business.
Ceremony Fee : ¥800
Goshinrei (Sacred bell)
This is suspended from the kamidana (household shinto altar) and rung during daily prayer.
Ceremony Fee : ¥5,000
The “Yakunan-yoke” amulet
The “Yakunan-yoke amulet is effective for protecting against unlucky years and various misfortunes. It is available in two different colors.
Ceremony Fee : ¥500
Amulet for “Kenko-shotoku” (Good health)
When gripped tightly, this amulet is designed to bring good health.
Ceremony Fee : ¥500
“Oharae” (Great purification) Amulet
This is affixed at the entrance or on the kamidana (household shinto altar) for protection against misfortune.
Ceremony Fee : ¥800
“Happo-yoke Hamaya” (Arrow offerred as a lucky charm for removing misfortune related to the eight directions)
This is an arrow-shaped amulet (with holder) for removing misfortune related to eight directions, protecting against disaster, and inviting better fortune.
Ceremony Fee : ¥1,000
“Shingan” (Heartfelt wishes)
This is shaped like a grain of rice with the idea that just as a single grain of rice when harvested in great numbers produces sustenance, so will this amulet bring about a harvest of many sincere wishes.
Ceremony Fee : ¥800
Introducing the correct procedure for visiting and worshiping at the shrine.
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