"The God of Love Exists! The Enmusubi Amulet at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is Simply Wonderful"

The House of the God of Matchmaking, Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine ♡

Located in Saitama Prefecture, Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine is a power spot for love, believed to be a "god of harmonious marriage and matchmaking" because it enshrines two pairs of deities＊

A Variety of Matchmaking Charms ♡

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine has many matchmaking charms＊ Whether you go alone or with your partner, both are wonderful experiences＊

Here are some cute charms from Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine that connect you with that special someone＊

1＊ Yorisoi Charm

The "Yorisoi Charm" is a small charm prayed for long-lasting closeness with the person you have feelings for ♡

2＊ Red Pencil

The "Red Pencil" allows you to visualize your destined partner while drawing a red line; each time you sharpen it, the two figures depicted on the cap and body get closer together - a cute charm ♡

3＊ Utsukushi Mamori (Beauty Charm)

The "Utsukushi Mamori" is a charm that helps you become beautiful both inside and out, attracting good connections to you ♡ Having it makes it easier to work on self-improvement＊

4＊ Matchmaking Ema (Wooden Plaques)

This is a special design of ema, depicting two friendly horses happily leaning together ♩

The ema tunnel within the shrine is filled with many matchmaking ema, and it is said that passing through this tunnel enhances the power to make wishes come true!

5＊ Fortune Slip "Ai Tai Mikuji" ♡

The love fortune slip at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine has a punny name, "Ai Tai Mikuji" (which refers to wanting to meet someone you love) ♡ Let’s draw a fortune slip with the feelings of wanting to "meet" that special someone ♩

6＊ Limited to 20 a Day! I Want to Get the Matchmaking Tama ♡

Very popular on Instagram and Twitter, the matchmaking tama at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine are not something you can purchase but rather precious charms that are free and given out in limited quantities—20 a day starting from 8 AM＊

Make sure to get a numbered ticket at the shrine's office ♡

"Tama ➡ Moto ➡ Matched" A Wonderful Story Starting with the Matchmaking Tama ♡

The matchmaking tama consists of small stones wrapped in a hemp net by a shrine maiden, and it carries the blessings of a purification ritual performed by a priest, watching over your encounter with your destined partner ♡

If you are lucky enough to meet a lifelong partner, the rule is to return the matchmaking tama together to Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine ♡

When you return it, you will receive "Yui Mito no Moto" (the source of connected threads) made from red thread as a gift for the couple who has now met each other＊ If the couple decides to get married, they should bring the Yui Mito no Moto again for a visit.

The red thread returned to the shrine maiden by the couple who met their destined partner will be tied together to create a genuine tied red thread—a lovely story!

I want to have our red threads tied together... ♡

A Shrine Where Shinto Weddings Are Also Held ♡

Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine conducts traditional Shinto weddings unique to Japan ♡

In these ceremonies, instead of exchanging rings, the couple ties a red connecting cord around each other's pinkies ♡ This is a unique ritual specific to Hikawa Shrine, making it special and exclusive＊

A "One-Day Shrine Maiden Course" Experience Just for Brides-to-be ♡

A shrine maiden refers to an unmarried woman who serves the deities ♩ In the "One-Day Shrine Maiden Course," participants learn about Shinto wedding ceremonies, the history of the shrine, and the rituals involved. It's a rare opportunity to experience being a shrine maiden while single, so it's a chance to not miss!

The "Musubi Cafe" Where Blessings Abound

Inside the "Hikawa Hall" to the right of the shrine, the "Musubi Cafe" serves dishes and sweets made using ingredients that have been offered at the shrine, allowing you to gain blessings here as well!

The "Musubi Cafe" also has many souvenirs that can bring happiness, making them perfect gifts ♡

Summer Limited Event "Matchmaking Wind Chime" ♩

The "Matchmaking Wind Chime" event held at Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine features colorful Edo wind chimes with wooden strips carrying the wishes of visitors attached to them＊

A mystical event where the gentle breeze carries the thoughts written on the strips along with the beautiful sounds of the wind chimes ♡

This event is held every July, so it’s a great date spot in summer!

A Place I Want to Go on a Date This Weekend ♡

A place with deities for love and family harmony, Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine＊ It would be delightful to visit with your partner on a weekend date, and it could also be a lot of fun to go with your girlfriends for matchmaking prayers ♩

Go out on your day off and create fulfilling connections of happiness ♡

Access to "Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine" Here ♡

Address: 2-11-3 Miyashita-cho, Kawagoe City, Saitama Prefecture

➡ Visit the Website Here ♡