KAZAHAYA NO SATO
Prince Shotoku Seven Lucky Gods’ Messengers Fukuin Pilgrimage
Hanano-Oka Shrine
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About
Hanano-Oka Shrine
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About
Hanano-Oka Shrine
Prince Shotoku, in addition to spreading Buddhism, laid the foundations of welfare and healthcare in Japan, in 593 CE establishing Hiden-in, which provided relief for the destitute; Ryobyo-in, which provided care for the sick; Seyaku-in, which provided medicine; and Kyoden-in, a place for worship and learning.
By entrusting your prayers to this deity and dedicating a negaifuda (prayer slip), your wish is carried to the heavens, opening the path toward fulfillment.
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Prince Shotoku’s Beloved Dog, Yukimaru
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Prince Shotoku’s Beloved Dog, Yukimaru
He is enshrined at Daruma-ji Temple in Oji Town, where his legacy has been carefully preserved.
He served Prince Shotoku in the 7th century, with unwavering loyalty.
His name is recorded in historical documents during the Edo Period.
Today, he is known as a symbol of Oji Town
His grave is believed to be Japan’s oldest dog grave, and is revered as the start of memorial rites for dogs in Japan.
His story has been cherished and passed down in the region through generations.
Yukimaru represents a spirit of honoring dogs as members of the family.
Prince Shotoku
Seven Lucky Gods’ Messengers
Fukuin Pilgrimage
Enjoy a one-of-a-kind pilgrimage experience that combines goshuin (sacred seal) culture and welfare, here at Kazahaya no Sato.
Kafuku, the virtue of beauty and harmony
Power to embrace diversity and bring grace and balance to daily life and relationships.
Yuwa, the virtue of compassion that heals illness
Aiwa, the virtue of harmony above all
Hofuku, the virtue of prosperity in daily life
Choken,Foreseeing the Future of the World
Yuraku, the virtue of promoting culture and arts
Koumu, the virtue of bestowing the light of prayer
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How to Worship
[1] Receive your fukuinshi (pilgrimage seal sheet) and negaifuda (prayer slip)
(Available free of charge at reception)
The fukuinshi is available at reception.
[2] Visit the Lucky God Messenger statues and receive seals
Calm your mind; join your hands; bow once, clap twice, and bow once more.
Press the seal once, quietly, on the fukuinshi.
[3] Write your wish on the negaifuda (prayer slip)
The honobako (dedication box) is located at the office of Hanano-Oka Shrine.
Please take your fukuinshi home with you and take good care of it.
[4] Otakiage (Ritual burning)
Your heartfelt wish will be delivered to the heavens through the purifying flames.
KAZAHAYA NO SATO
〒514-1138
4096 Heki cho, Tsu City,
Mie Prefecture,
Ise Onsen Golf Club
Open all year round
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Hydrangea Festival:
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Cosmos Festival:
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