Fukusakae Shrine

In Nichinan, Tottori, there is a shrine called Fukusakae Shrine. Bearing an auspicious name made of fortune and prosper, it is known as one of the Eight Lucky Shrines of Tottori. It is not flashy as a sightseeing spot, and for that very reason it is a quiet place to wish for good luck.

It once bore a different name and was revered as the tutelary deity of the villages in this area. In the early Taisho era, eight nearby shrines with auspicious names such as Toyosaka and Fukuzuka were gathered at the foot of Mount Myoken and enshrined together, and it was renamed to its present name. The very wish held in the name gently encourages those who visit.

Highlights

- An auspicious shrine name that means to prosper - A founding that gathered eight shrines into one - A quiet precinct spreading at the foot of Mount Myoken - A tradition of folk performing art handed down at the autumn festival

Enjoying the Seasons

In spring the trees around the precinct bud and a refreshing air fills the grounds. In summer the green is deep and the coolness unique to the hills is pleasant. In autumn the festival is held, a special time to encounter the local performing art. In winter all falls silent, and you can put your hands together slowly in the clear air.

Access and Basic Information

- Located in the Shinfu area of Nichinan, Hino County, Tottori - Resting at the foot of Mount Myoken - Introduced as one of the Eight Lucky Shrines of Tottori - An easy location to reach by car

A Quick Tip

Some people visit it as one stop on a journey around the Eight Lucky Shrines. Drawing on the name, it is good to pray here before a new year or a new challenge. If you time your visit to the autumn festival, you may also encounter the local performing art.