When visiting Okayama, don’t miss the mysteriously captivating Saijo Inari. Saijo Inari-san Myokyoji Temple in western Japan is known as a place to pray for ending bad relationships and forming good ones. The most striking feature is the enormous torii gate, which can be seen from far away. Standing beneath it, you can’t help but be overwhelmed by its majestic presence!
Saijo Inari has a unique atmosphere unlike that of a typical Shinto shrine. Behind the main hall, there is also a special place to pray for good relationships and marriage, as well as for ending bad relationships. If you feel that some of the “connections” in your life need to be reorganized, this seems like a fitting place to take a walk and make a new wish for yourself.
There are also relationship amulets inspired by the 5 JPY coin, called “go-en.” In Japanese, “go-en” sounds the same as the word for “connection,” symbolizing positive relationships. Whether you’re praying for love, friendship, professional connections, or hoping to say goodbye to a relationship that isn’t right for you, you can visit Saijo Inari and make a heartfelt wish for yourself.