Sunday, July 19, Reiwa 8, is an extremely rare "strongest lucky day" where three auspicious days - Tensha Nichi (ten-sha-nichi), Ichiryu Manbai Bi (ichi-ryu-man-bai-bi), and Taian (tai-an) - overlap. To coincide with this special day, Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine (sakatsura-isozaki-jinja), located in Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, will distribute "special amulets" imbued with prayers for financial fortune and good luck as a "Grand Lucky Day Limited Event." At our shrine, which has recently gained attention for its benefits of "financial fortune and lottery wins," why not visit for a "lucky pilgrimage" to overcome the intense heat?

▲ "Grand Lucky Day Goshuin" to be distributed for one day only on July 19 (Sun) (First offering: 1,500 yen) *Image is for illustrative purposes.

☆ Meanings of each auspicious day

・Tensha Nichi (ten-sha-nichi)...

It is said to be the day when the gods ascend to heaven and heaven forgives all sins of all things. It is the best auspicious day on the calendar, with everything started on this day said to succeed.

・Ichiryu Manbai Bi (ichi-ryu-man-bai-bi)...

It means "one grain of rice will grow into ten thousand." It is an auspicious day where things started will develop greatly, and it is said to be particularly good for starting work, opening a store, getting a new wallet, and buying lottery tickets.

・Taian (tai-an)...

It means "great peace" and is a day considered "auspicious" for everything. It is often chosen for celebrations such as weddings, first shrine visits for newborns, and moving.

"Special Amulets" to attract financial fortune

To coincide with the "strongest lucky day" on July 19, Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine will offer limited-edition goshuin and amulets for this day only. All of these are items for which the Shinto priest has offered prayers at the shrine, wishing "that everyone's wishes will be fulfilled and good fortune will visit."

※ Image is for illustrative purposes.

Grand Lucky Day Limited Goshuin (First offering: 1,500 yen)

This is a goshuin offered only on July 19. It has a special design featuring the words "Grand Lucky Day" and a "Lucky Turtle." Direct writing on goshuin books is not available; we will provide pre-written ones.

※ Mail order: Not available

Sakatsura Golden Turtle Omikuji (First offering: 700 yen)

This is an omikuji (fortune slip) offered only on July 19. It is a lucky charm with a "Lucky Turtle" motif, and when you pull the red string, a paper fortune slip comes out from inside. The turtle (ceramic) can also be displayed as a lucky charm.

※ Mail order: Not available

Ichiryu Manbai Charm (First offering: 1,000 yen)

This is a card-shaped amulet, about the size of a palm. You can put it in your wallet or other items. The amulet is designed with a "Lucky Turtle" and ears of rice.

※ Mail order: Not available (as it is limited to Ichiryu Manbai Bi)

Fuku Uma Tosen Omamori (First offering: 1,500 yen)

This is a horseshoe-shaped amulet related to the Year of the Horse. It offers benefits such as improved financial fortune and winning tickets. It carries the wish, "May your happiness leap higher like a horse jumping high."

※ Mail order: Available

The "Lucky Turtle" that brings financial fortune when petted!

Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine has long been known for its divine virtues of healing illnesses, longevity, and safety at sea. In recent years, it has also gained attention for its benefits related to financial fortune, good luck, and winning the lottery. In particular, the stone statue of the "Lucky Turtle," donated in 2009 by a person who won a large lottery prize (hundreds of millions of yen), is a famous power spot. Nearly 20 years after its dedication, many worshipers still visit to receive its blessings. We have also received reports of "winning the lottery" and "winning tickets."

Incidentally, July 19 is both the period for "Ajisai Mairi" (Hydrangea Pilgrimage) and a grand lucky day, so the turtle will be in a special outfit different from usual. While imagining what the turtle will look like, why not visit for a memorable lucky pilgrimage?

▲ "Lucky Turtle" Last year, the sacred rope was just replaced, so it might be overflowing with power...

"Lucky Pilgrimage" in the cool precincts

Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine is located near the sea, so the sea breeze is pleasant, and the approach to the shrine is covered with trees, providing plenty of shade. Therefore, it is relatively cool even in the summer. A lucky pilgrimage to the shrine will not only bring financial fortune but also serve as a good luck charm to "overcome the harsh heat."

▲ The scene on "Grand Lucky Day" in July, Reiwa 6 (2024), two years ago. Many people lined up on the shady approach.

"Grand Lucky Day" Limited Event Overview

・Date and Time: Sunday, July 19, Reiwa 8 (2026)

・Location: Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine

4607-2 Isozaki-cho, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, 311-1202

・Business Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

(Prayer services: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM)

・Parking: 100 passenger cars, 10 large buses (all free)

EV charging stations, men's and women's restrooms, bicycle racks, smoking area available

・Mail order service: Amulets such as "Fuku Uma Tosen Omamori" can be mailed.

(However, "Ichiryu Manbai Charm" cannot be mailed as it is limited to Ichiryu Manbai Bi)

Shipping fee is approximately 385 yen (post-payment) *May vary depending on quantity.

Shipping period: Ships approximately 1-2 weeks after form submission

【Contact】

029-265-8220 (TEL) 029-265-9290 (FAX) sakatsuraisosaki@air.ocn.ne.jp <Homepage> https://sakatura.org/

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About Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine (sakatsura-isozaki-jinja)

Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine enshrines Sukunahikona-no-Mikoto and Omononushi-no-Mikoto, known as the "gods of doctors," and is widely worshipped for its divine virtues of healing and longevity. Founded in 856 during the early Heian period, it received the reverence of successive Mito domain lords during the Edo period. In recent years, it has also attracted attention for its benefits related to financial fortune and lottery wins, drawing many worshipers. Located with a view of the Pacific Ocean, the shrine grounds offer seasonal scenery such as camellias in the grove (tree tunnel), fresh greenery, and hydrangeas.

▲ Sakatsura Isozaki Shrine's grove (jusou) - an Ibaraki Prefecture designated natural monument

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