Ana Hachimangu Shrine
Ana Hachimangu Shrine is believed to bring good fortune, financial prosperity, and success in business. According to shrine tradition, its origins date back to 1062, when Minamoto no Yoshiie enshrined Hachiman here. In 1641, a cave was discovered while the base of the hill was being cleared. A gilded bronze statue of Amida Nyorai was found inside, leading the shrine to become known as Ana Hachimangu.
I stumbled upon this place during my Tokyo trip in January 2025, while I was in Waseda. There was a long line of locals, so I got curious and joined in. Later, I found out it's a shrine where wealthy Tokyoites and people from Kanto come to pray for wealth. It's said to be super effective! I was lucky to visit at just the right time, so I bought a charm to take home. Today is the first day of spring, so I put it up—hoping it'll bring me lots of fortune! $$$$$😅