Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine, Yokohama
The Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine, located in Kamakura, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the goddess Benzaiten. The area was founded by Minamoto no Yoritomo around 1185, the first shogun of the Kamakura shogunate of Japan, ruling from 1192 until 1199. However, the shrine was likely not built until the late 19th century.
The shrine is unique in Japan because it shows a combination of native and foreign religious beliefs. The goddess Benzaiten is the combination of a traditional spirit, known as Ugafukujin, and Sarasvati, a Buddhist goddess.
The Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine is a popular spot among tourists because it's believed that anyone who washes their money in the cave's spring will see it multiplied. This practice began in 1257 and remained a tradition.
The shrine has many Shinto gates and Buddhist statues. There is no charge to visit the shrine, but donations are accepted.
The shrine is unique in Japan because it shows a combination of native and foreign religious beliefs. The goddess Benzaiten is the combination of a traditional spirit, known as Ugafukujin, and Sarasvati, a Buddhist goddess.
The Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine is a popular spot among tourists because it's believed that anyone who washes their money in the cave's spring will see it multiplied. This practice began in 1257 and remained a tradition.
The shrine has many Shinto gates and Buddhist statues. There is no charge to visit the shrine, but donations are accepted.
Want to visit this sight? Check out these Self-Guided Walking Tours in Yokohama. Alternatively, you can download the mobile app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store. The app turns your mobile device to a personal tour guide and it works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
Download The GPSmyCity App
Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine on Map
Sight Name: Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine
Sight Location: Yokohama, Japan (See walking tours in Yokohama)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Sight Location: Yokohama, Japan (See walking tours in Yokohama)
Sight Type: Religious
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Yokohama, Japan
Create Your Own Walk in Yokohama
Creating your own self-guided walk in Yokohama is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Yokohama Introduction Walking Tour
Yokohama is the second-largest city in Japan. Located on Tokyo Bay, the city was once a small fishing port. It became the location of the first foreign trading port in Japan, which led to its rapid expansion. The port was primarily used for transporting silk through the 20th century.
With its long history as an important area for trade and commerce, some of the world's most successful... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
With its long history as an important area for trade and commerce, some of the world's most successful... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Kamakura Temples Walking Tour
The vicinity of Yokohama abounds in Buddhist temples. Some of them are listed as national heritage. The most significant of them are found in the historic town of Kamakura, renowned for its rich religious scene.
Hase-dera Temple, perched on a hillside, is famous for its beautiful gardens and the towering Kannon statue, representing the goddess of mercy. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles
Hase-dera Temple, perched on a hillside, is famous for its beautiful gardens and the towering Kannon statue, representing the goddess of mercy. Visitors can enjoy panoramic views of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.7 Km or 2.9 Miles