A large `torii` (gate), marks the entrance to this otherwise invisible shrine

Oct 28, 2014 - 1 min read

Kamakura's Zeniarai-Benten Shrine

Praying for financial success

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Hidden from the outside world by its high rock walls, Zeniarai Benten (Zeniarai-Benzaiten) Shrine is one of Kamakura`s most popular places despite its relatively small size. Legend has it you can double your money by washing it within the natural springs that are located at the back of this shrine.

Equally interesting, is the fact that Zeniarai Benton is one of the few remaining places in Japan where you can see a clear fusion of Buddhist and Shinto Elements. This can be illustrated by the fact that the Buddhist goddess Nenziatan and the Shinto deity Ugafukuji are both enshrined here

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A large `torii` (gate), marks the entrance to this otherwise invisible shrine
In order to reach this shrine you have to walk along a  tunnel which has been cut through a high rock wall
A row of `torii` welcomes your arrival
Interestingly, Zeniarai Benten contains many Buddhist and Shinto statues
Amongst the many religious monuments are these guardian deities
A scary sight up close!
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