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Yokai Shrine
Yokai are all about at this peculiar shrine on the legendary Mizuki Shigeru Road.
Yokai Shrine sits along Mizuki Shigeru Road, known as a quirky destination surrounded by bronze statues of yokai, or Japanese monsters. The shrine's most distinctive feature is its torii gate, designed to resemble Ittan Momen (a famous yokai). The shrine is dedicated to a black granite stone and a 300-year-old zelkova tree, both imbued with the spirit of GeGeGe no Kitaro creator Shigeru Mizuki.
The shrine’s grounds are filled with whimsical yokai-themed objects, with the Ittan Momen torii being a true standout. Before paying your respects, you’re your way to the Medama Oyaji Purification Fountain for a chance to cleanse yourself in front of a stone carving of the iconic character from GeGeGe no Kitaro. Clapping during the ritual is said to summon the yokai, adding an element of playful interaction that makes this shrine especially popular with children.
The shrine's famous fortune-telling machine is a must-try. For 200 yen, a mechanical yokai offers blessings and presents your fortune in a capsule. There are five different yokai dolls, and part of the fun is seeing which one delivers your fortune. Be sure to check out the shrine's yokai-themed ema (votive plaques) and talismans, too!
Highlights
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A quirky shrine located along Mizuki Shigeru Road.
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Dedicated to a black granite stone and a zelkova tree, both imbued with the spirit of Shigeru Mizuki.
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Famous for its fortune-telling machine, where mechanical yokai deliver omikuji (fortune slips).
Photos
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![A torii gate designed in the shape of Ittan Momen, a famous yokai character.]()
A torii gate designed in the shape of Ittan Momen, a famous yokai character.
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![The "Medama-Oyaji Purification Water," serving as a traditional chozuya (purification fountain).]()
The "Medama-Oyaji Purification Water," serving as a traditional chozuya (purification fountain).
Official FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.
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Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?
No free Wi-Fi available.
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Do you have shrine’s red ink stamps?
There are pre-written type 200yen.
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Are there restrooms available?
No, there are not.
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Details
- Name in Japanese
- 妖怪神社
- Postal Code
- 684-0004
- Address
- 62-1 Taishomachi, Sakaiminato City, Tottori
- Telephone
- 0859-47-0520
- Closed
- Free to walk
- Business Hours
- Walk anytime
- Admission
- Free
- Access
- About 5 minutes walk from JR Sakaiminato Station.
- Official Website
- Official Website (Japanese)