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For Goshuin Stamp Collecting in Wakayama, Visit Taga Shrine

"Tagata Shrine," located near Wakayama Castle, enshrines "Izanami no Mikoto" and "Izanagi no Mikoto" as its principal deities. Revered since ancient times as parental deities of life associated with blessings for longevity, matchmaking, and protection from misfortune, the shrine is widely known by the affectionate name "Inochi-gami Otagasan." Many visitors come for newborn naming ceremonies and prayers for safe childbirth. Within the grounds, the chozuya purification pavilion, decorative elements of the worship hall, and artful goshuin stamps have become popular for photography.

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A Hidden Healing Spot Quietly Nestled in the City

"Tagata Shrine," quietly standing in a corner of an office district, offers a calm and pure atmosphere once inside the grounds. Brightly decorated pinwheels adorn the chozuya purification pavilion and the main hall, creating eye-catching scenes that draw visitors’ attention. While offering prayers to "Inochi-gami Otagasan," the shrine’s well-known photo spots throughout the grounds can also be explored.

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Heart-Stirring Seasonal Goshuin for Every Season

Colorful and artistic goshuin stamps are offered throughout the year, including "Monthly Goshuin," "Wood Cut-Paper Goshuin," and "Gold Leaf Goshuin," each reflecting the seasons. The goshuin features the characters "Ai, Inochi, Un, En, On," representing values considered important in life.

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A Shrine Affectionately Known as "Otagasan, the God of Life"

"Tagata Shrine," a branch shrine of Omi’s "Taga Taisha," is revered as a deity of life, associated with blessings such as longevity, matchmaking, and good fortune, and has long been affectionately known as "Inochi-gami Otagasan." Within the grounds, the chozuya purification pavilion and the pinwheels displayed at the worship hall have become popular photo spots.

01. The beautifully designed "Monthly Goshuin"
02. The "Lace Amulet," created with a wish for clear prospects ahead
03. The "Wood Cut-Paper Goshuin," made using cedar from Wakayama and carrying a gentle scent of wood

For details on the goshuin, please visit the website.
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Taga Shrine

Address

101 Jubancho, Wakayama City, Wakayama

Access

Train: 20-minute walk from Wakayama Station on the JR Wakayama Line or Wakayamashi Station on the Nankai Electric Railway Nankai Main Line; Bus: 2-minute walk from the "Wakayama Castle" Bus Stop on the Wakayama Bus Lines; 7-minute walk from Wakayama Castle

Official Website

https://otagasan-wakayama.jp/

TEL

+81-73-422-2086Please inform the staff that you found us through "Tabiiro".

FAX

+81-73-428-2545

SNS

Business hours

10:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.

Parking

2 spaces

Event information

- Seasonal goshuin are also available in addition to the monthly goshuin; prewritten copies are placed above the offertory box, and direct calligraphy is available when the calligrapher is present

- Autumn and winter feature the gold leaf special goshuin "Seasonal Sacred Offerings," along with the popular "Wood Cut-Paper Goshuin" made using cedar from Wakayama, known as the Land of Trees

- Goshuin updates are posted regularly on Instagram, and inquiries are also accepted through the official LINE account