{"id":7204,"date":"2025-04-16T09:57:51","date_gmt":"2025-04-16T00:57:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/waplus-kimono.com\/nara\/?post_type=en_blog&p=7204"},"modified":"2025-04-16T09:56:57","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T00:56:57","slug":"%e3%80%90visiting-power-spots%e2%91%a1%e3%80%91visiting-temples-and-shrines-in-a-kimono-%e2%9b%a9%f0%9f%91%98-recharge-your-energy-by-strolling-around-nara-%e2%9c%a8","status":"publish","type":"en_blog","link":"https:\/\/waplus-kimono.com\/nara\/en\/blog\/2025\/04\/16\/%e3%80%90visiting-power-spots%e2%91%a1%e3%80%91visiting-temples-and-shrines-in-a-kimono-%e2%9b%a9%f0%9f%91%98-recharge-your-energy-by-strolling-around-nara-%e2%9c%a8\/","title":{"rendered":"\u3010Visiting power spots\u2461\u3011Visiting temples and shrines in a kimono \u26e9\ud83d\udc58 Recharge your energy by strolling around Nara \u2728"},"content":{"rendered":"

This is the kimono rental shop Waplus Nara, Nara Park Bus Terminal store (*\u00b4\ua4b3`*)\"\ud83c\udf19\"\"\u2728\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Nara is a historic land with many World Heritage sites and national treasure buildings\"\u2763\"\"\u2763\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

The ancient city of Nara has many historic temples and shrines<\/strong><\/p>\n

Among these, there are several places known as \u201cpower spots\u201d\"\u2728\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Today we will be introducing the second part of our series on power spots in Nara (\u22c8\u25cd\uff1e\u25e1\uff1c\u25cd)\u2727\u2661<\/strong><\/p>\n

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[Todaiji Temple (Nara City)]<\/strong><\/p>\n

A historic temple built by the imperial wish of Emperor Shomu during the Nara period<\/strong><\/p>\n

Todaiji Temple is famous for the “Great Buddha of Nara (= Vairocana Buddha)”\u2763\u2763<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is registered as a World Heritage Site as a “Cultural Asset of the Ancient Capital of Nara”\u2728<\/strong><\/p>\n

The benefits of the Great Buddha are “prayer for safe childbirth” and “good health”<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the pillars in the Great Buddha Hall is a “pillar of good fortune” with a hole the same size as the Great Buddha’s nostril<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is said that you will receive benefits if you pass through this hole<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please try passing through\ud83c\udfb6<\/strong><\/p>\n

In addition, Todaiji Temple’s traditional memorial service “Omizutori (= Shunie)” has been held for over 1,270 years since the Nara period\u2763\u2763<\/strong><\/p>\n

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[Omiwa Shrine (Sakurai City)]<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the oldest shrines in Japan, recorded in the Kojiki and Nihon Shoki\u26e9<\/strong><\/p>\n

The main deity, Omononushi-no-Okami, is one of the gods that appear in Japanese mythology<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since the deity Omononushi-no-Okami resides on Mt. Miwa, the main shrine has not been built since ancient times<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mt. Miwa is worshiped through the three torii gates at the back of the worship hall\u2763\u2763<\/strong><\/p>\n

Omononushi-no-Okami is worshiped as the god of nation building<\/strong><\/p>\n

He is a snake god, and the guardian deity of all aspects of human life, including nation building, medicine, sake brewing, and protection from evil\u2728<\/strong><\/p>\n

Benefits of Omiwa Shrine<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u30fbProtection from misfortune<\/strong>
\n\u30fbFulfillment of wishes<\/strong>
\n\u30fbSafety of the home<\/strong>
\n\u30fbSafe childbirth<\/strong>
\n\u30fbMatchmaking<\/strong>
\n\u30fbProsperity in business<\/strong>
\n\u30fbProsperity of the company<\/strong>
\n\u30fbCure for illnesses<\/strong><\/p>\n

Among them, the Meoto Iwa Rocks, which are connected to the legend of the “Red Thread of Fate,” are said to be a place of matchmaking,<\/strong><\/p>\n

The “sacred water” that springs from the Sai Shrine, a branch shrine, is said to cure all illnesses and bring good health and longevity,<\/strong><\/p>\n

and many people visit \ud83c\udfb5<\/strong><\/p>\n

You can also enter Mt. Miwa to worship,<\/strong>
\nEntering the mountain where the gods reside will give you special powers \u2728<\/strong><\/p>\n

The enshrined deity, Omononushi-no-Okami, is also known for saving the “White Rabbit of Inaba” \ud83c\udfb5<\/strong><\/p>\n

Because of this, there is a rabbit called “Nade Usagi” that has a deep connection with rabbits \ud83d\udc07<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is said that stroking this “Nade Usagi” will not only improve your luck, but also relieve pain in the part of your body that you stroke\u2763\u2763<\/strong><\/p>\n

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[Hasedera Temple (Sakurai City)]<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hasedera is known for its “principal statue of the eleven-headed Kannon Bodhisattva,” one of the largest Kannon statues in Japan.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The head temple of the Buzan sect of Shingon Buddhism, the principal image of the eleven-headed Kannon Bodhisattva was enshrined by Tokudo Shonin in 727, and it has become known as a Kannon sacred site.<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is also known as the “Temple of Flowers” because flowers bloom all year round.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Hase Kannon, the principal image of the eleven-headed Kannon Bodhisattva, which also appears in “The Tale of Genji” and “The Pillow Book,” is a merciful bodhisattva who can change its appearance into 33 different types and extend a helping hand upon request.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The benefits of the temple include good luck, the fulfillment of wishes, beauty, and various other matchmaking powers (\u22c8\u25cd\uff1e\u25e1\uff1c\u25cd). \u2727\u2661<\/strong><\/p>\n

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That\u2019s all for today\u2019s power spot introduction\"\u2728\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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There are still many more power spots in Nara\"\u2763\"\"\u2763\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ll introduce the spots we couldn\u2019t introduce this time next time (\u22c8\u25cd\uff1e\u25e1\uff1c\u25cd). \u2727\u2661<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Kimono suits the good old streets lined with traditional Japanese buildings like Kyoto and Nara\"\ud83c\udfb5\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Why not enjoy the ancient city of Nara in a kimono (*\u00b4\ua4b3`*)\"\ud83c\udfb6\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Try wearing a kimono and make it a wonderful memory\"\u2728\"\"\ud83d\udc58\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you want to rent a kimono in Nara, we recommend \u201cWaplus Nara Nara Park Bus Terminal Store\u201d.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nara Park is right in front of you, so you can meet the deer as soon as you change into your kimono\"\ud83e\udd8c\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Todaiji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine are also within walking distance\"\u2763\"\"\u2763\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019s close to the station, so it\u2019s also very convenient for transportation\"\ud83c\udfb6\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Try wearing a kimono and make a wonderful memory\"\u2728\"\"\ud83d\udc58\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Perfect for anniversaries\"\ud83d\udc97\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

For a commemorative day wearing a kimono or yukata\"\ud83d\udc58\"\"\ud83c\udf76\"\"\ud83c\udf41\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

For memories with friends and family\"\ud83c\udfb5\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Waplus Nara\u2019s kimono rental is empty-handed\"\u2763\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

We will look after your luggage\"\u2728\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

Feel free to enjoy going out in a kimono\"\ud83c\udfb6\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Leave it to Waplus Nara to help you create memories of your trip(*\u00b4\ua4b3`*)\"\u2728\"<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Waplus Nara\u3000 Nara Park Bus Terminal store.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Nara Park Bus Terminal West Wing 2F<\/strong>
\n76 Noborioji-cho, Nara City, Nara 630-8213, Japan<\/strong><\/p>\n

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