[Summer Limited] Five Types of Limited Goshuin to be Offered at Ikuta Shrine in Kobe!!

1. Regarding Reiwa 8 Summer Limited Goshuin

At Ikuta Shrine (Hyogo Prefecture, Kobe City), we will be offering five types of limited goshuin, including two types of kirie (paper-cut) goshuin, starting from July 1, Reiwa 8 (Wednesday).

Five Types of Summer Limited Goshuin

Kirie Goshuin [Chirino-wa]

Kirie Goshuin [Chirino-wa]

This goshuin is designed to coincide with the traditional purification ritual, the "Natsu Kosai no Gi" (held on July 15th at our shrine), which purifies the sins and impurities of the mind and body accumulated over the past six months as we approach the height of summer. It is crafted as a kirie (paper-cut) motif of the "Chirino-wa" (a ring made of lush green kaya grass) set up on the shrine grounds. We pray that all who receive this goshuin will have a healthy summer, pure in mind and body. Approximately A5 size (210mm x 148mm).

Distribution Period: July 1, Reiwa 8 - July 31, Reiwa 8 *May become unavailable depending on the situation.

Offering Price: 1,000 yen https://ikutajinja.official.ec/items/147554105

Kirie Goshuin [Wishing Upon a Star]

This goshuin is inspired by the story of "Orihime and Hikoboshi," who reunite once a year against the backdrop of a giant star floating in the Milky Way, and the "Kasasagi" (magpie) that serves as their bridge. It is crafted as a kirie (paper-cut). We pray that your heartfelt wishes reach the stars, and that you find good relationships with your loved ones and that your daily life is filled with happiness.

*Bronze magpies are placed on the roof of our attached building, which is considered a shrine for matchmaking, to welcome you. *Instead of standard laser cutting for part of the design, we have used a technique (half-cut) where the laser output is adjusted to shave the paper, creating a unique expression. Approximately A5 size (210mm x 148mm).

Distribution Period: July 1, Reiwa 8 - July 31, Reiwa 8 *May become unavailable depending on the situation.

Offering Price: 1,000 yen https://ikutajinja.official.ec/items/147553895

Kirie Goshuin [Wishing Upon a Star]

Shiki Goshuin [Light of the Waves]

Shiki Goshuin [Light of the Waves]

A goshuin that expresses the changing seasonal scenery with the intricate sparkle of "etching processing." We pray that this season will illuminate your heart and bring joy, as if the world of the sea, enveloped in the shimmering light of waves, shines brightly, connected by a precious divine bond with Ikuta Okami. Approximately A5 size (210mm x 148mm).

Distribution Period: July 1, Reiwa 8 - August 31, Reiwa 8 *May become unavailable depending on the situation.

Offering Price: 1,000 yen https://ikutajinja.official.ec/items/148851944

July Limited Goshuin [Fumizuki]

This goshuin is crafted to depict the scene of Tanabata prayers, passed down from ancient times, with wishes written on tanzaku (strips of paper) tied to bamboo leaves swaying in the refreshing breeze, amidst the brilliant stars adorning the Milky Way, set against the backdrop of Kobe city. Through the precious divine bond with the god of matchmaking, we pray that your cherished wishes are fulfilled, leading to a fruitful and beautiful moon. *Size is A6 (105mm x 148mm).

Distribution Period: July 1, Reiwa 8 - July 31, Reiwa 8 *May become unavailable depending on the situation.

Offering Price: 500 yen https://ikutajinja.official.ec/items/148428398

July Limited Goshuin [Fumizuki]

Summer Limited Goshuin [Natsumode]

Summer Limited Goshuin [Natsumode]

This is a special goshuin prepared for each season. It features the enshrined deity, "Wakahirume no Mikoto," the young and vibrant sun goddess and god of matchmaking, inscribed in the center. The design depicts the shrine's crest, the double-petaled cherry blossom, and the current year's zodiac sign "Horse" with a halo, along with the refreshing summer scene of water ripples spreading on clear water and goldfish gracefully swimming. We pray for the health and happiness of all who receive this goshuin. *Size is A6 (105mm x 148mm).

Distribution Period: June 1, Reiwa 8 - August 31, Reiwa 8 *May become unavailable depending on the situation.

Offering Price: 500 yen https://ikutajinja.official.ec/items/145764118

2. About Ikuta Shrine

Exterior of Ikuta Shrine

Ikuta Shrine, affectionately known as "Ikuta-san" by the locals of Kobe. In the first year of Empress Jingū's regency (201 AD), on her return voyage from the three Korean kingdoms, her ship became stuck offshore from present-day Kobe Port. She performed a divination, and Wakahirume no Mikoto appeared, saying, "I wish to reside in Ikuta Nagatsukuni." Thus, she was enshrined by Umi-no-isao-sachi. The shrine is revered as the guardian deity of Kobe, offering benefits for matchmaking, long life, business prosperity, family safety, as well as success in love and safe childbirth.

Ikuta Shrine Address: 1-2-1 Shimoyamatedori, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo 650-0011 Phone Number: 078-321-3851 URL: https://ikutajinja.or.jp/