[National First] Collaboration between Shrine and Helmet Manufacturer: Japan's Only "Atama-no-Miya" Zuzunomiya Yomo Shrine x OGK KABUTO
Zuzunomiya Yomo Shrine and OGK KABUTO will release a unique "Bicycle Helmet-shaped Goshuin" on May 1, 2026, to promote head protection and cycling safety.
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Zuzunomiya Yomo Shrine (Taiki Town, Mie Prefecture), the only shrine in Japan named "Atama-no-Miya" (Shrine of the Head), and OGK KABUTO Co., Ltd. (Higashiosaka City, Osaka), a pioneer in bicycle helmets, have created the nation's first "Bicycle Helmet-shaped Goshuin." Distribution will begin on May 1, 2026.
May 1st is "Bicycle Helmet Day," and May is also "Bicycle Month." This makes it the perfect time to reconsider bicycle safety. This Goshuin is a unique collaboration born from the shared mission of "protecting the head," combining the shrine's spiritual prayers with the manufacturer's technical expertise.
### About the "Bicycle Helmet-shaped Goshuin"
This Goshuin incorporates the form of OGK KABUTO's "AERO-R2," a helmet that inherits the aerodynamic performance of models used by the Japanese national team in international track racing.
The design conveys messages such as "Top," "Head," and "Updating oneself step by step." For cyclists, improving speed and endurance is an indicator of growth, supported by a strong will to overcome oneself, known as "Kokkishin."
In this Goshuin, the kanji for "Head" (頭) is displayed in gold, representing the deity of the head and the wish for cyclists to aim for the top. The design also features air currents representing the prayers and momentum of cyclists, hoping their wishes reach the deity and guide them toward their goals.
By holding this Goshuin, it is hoped that cyclists will be reminded of the importance of head protection in their daily lives, riding safely and enjoying personal growth step by step.
May 1st is "Bicycle Helmet Day," and May is also "Bicycle Month." This makes it the perfect time to reconsider bicycle safety. This Goshuin is a unique collaboration born from the shared mission of "protecting the head," combining the shrine's spiritual prayers with the manufacturer's technical expertise.
### About the "Bicycle Helmet-shaped Goshuin"
This Goshuin incorporates the form of OGK KABUTO's "AERO-R2," a helmet that inherits the aerodynamic performance of models used by the Japanese national team in international track racing.
The design conveys messages such as "Top," "Head," and "Updating oneself step by step." For cyclists, improving speed and endurance is an indicator of growth, supported by a strong will to overcome oneself, known as "Kokkishin."
In this Goshuin, the kanji for "Head" (頭) is displayed in gold, representing the deity of the head and the wish for cyclists to aim for the top. The design also features air currents representing the prayers and momentum of cyclists, hoping their wishes reach the deity and guide them toward their goals.
By holding this Goshuin, it is hoped that cyclists will be reminded of the importance of head protection in their daily lives, riding safely and enjoying personal growth step by step.