"Teru Teru Hara Mamori" and "Strawberry Mamori": Discover the Adorable Charms of Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture!
2020.03.22 published
A Treasure Trove of Cute Amulets! "Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine"
Located in Fukuoka Prefecture, "Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine."
The main deity enshrined here is Tamayori-hime no Mikoto, who is widely revered as the "God of Marital Harmony," gathering and connecting souls (tamayori) and facilitating relationships (yui)♡
This deity is loved by many not just for uniting good relationships between men and women, but also for fostering good connections between family, friends, work, and nature*
Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine is famous as a shrine for marital harmony, but it is also popular among women for its "cute amulets"*
This is the amulet sales area, but...
Don't you think it's just too cute even in just this selling area? ♡
Created by a World-Famous Designer!
The gift hall of Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine was designed by the renowned interior designer Masamitsu Katayama (who has also worked on Pierre Hermé Aoyama and Dean & Deluca in Roppongi)!
On the walls, pink marble strips are randomly arranged, symbolizing the "wishes of those who come to worship at the shrine"♡
Decorations inspired by the cherry blossom, which is the sacred crest, adorn the ceiling and walls, sparkling in the light.
The space, based on white and pink, is both cute and carries a sacred atmosphere of the shrine, making it a wonderful space*
The amulets are adorned with colorful backing, making you want to buy multiple because of their cuteness. There are various types, and with so many amulets, you might find it hard to choose…!
Here are some of the amulets♡
<Strawberry Amulet>
An amulet prayed for the precious "one chance" and "one meeting" that one only receives once in a lifetime to blossom♡
<Sunny Weather Amulet>
An amulet prayed for a heart that is always bright and for peaceful, safe days*
<Work-Binding Amulet>
An amulet prayed for the success of daily work and livelihood. The origin varies depending on the color of the strings and knots*
<Love Amulet - Thread of Connection>
This amulet symbolizes the "Tree of Reunion," where it is said that Empress Jingu prayed for a reunion long ago. It is believed that praying for a reunion or binding a relationship at the tree on the grounds will make wishes come true*
I want to go buy amulets at Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine♡
Hōman-kyū Kamado Shrine in Fukuoka Prefecture is a shrine for marital harmony. The stylish gift hall that doesn’t look like a shrine features cute and colorful amulets, making me want to visit at least once♡
Since there are various amulets for different "connections," be sure to stop by if you travel to Kyushu*
➡ A list of shrines with cute "amulets" across the country*