Nunose Shrine's "love fortune" are trending on social media! Their prayers for finding love and unique amulets are also hugely popular nationwide.

Nunose Shrine, located in Matsubara City, Osaka Prefecture, is a popular power spot known for its blessings related to love and relationships. In particular, its "love fortune," a collaboration with contemporary artist Hiroko Ichihara, have become a hot topic on social media, attracting attention as a popular power spot among young people. While it is supported by couples and young people, it is also a historic shrine that is cherished by a wide range of people, including locals.

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  • A shrine known for its blessings in matchmaking and fulfilling romantic relationships.
  • A "love fortune" service written in the style of tanka poetry is trending on social media.
  • The estimated length of stay is 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • The photogenic temple grounds are popular with young people and tourists.
  • Conveniently located about a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line's "Nunose" Station.

What is Nunose Shrine?

Nunose Shrine is a historic shrine located in Matsubara City, Osaka Prefecture, and has been cherished by the local people for centuries. It is particularly known for its blessings related to matchmaking and successful relationships, and is a popular spot that attracts worshippers from all over Japan. In recent years, its unique "love fortune" have become a hot topic on social media, drawing attention from young people and tourists alike.

Love fortune slips
Born from the desire to create a fortune slip that doesn't distinguish between good and bad fortune, this love fortune features humorous phrases.
These "love charms" (4 types in total) are also very popular with visitors. The straightforward phrases, such as "Revival of Love" and "Wishing for a Good Relationship," are particularly striking.
Chari-ma
The "Chari-mamori" (bicycle charm), with its charming design featuring the initial character "nu" from the name of Nunose Shrine transformed into a bicycle, is a popular item.
In addition to fulfilling romantic wishes, it also offers blessings for healing illnesses, protection from evil, and business prosperity.
In addition to granting wishes for romantic success, the shrine also offers blessings for healing from illness, protection from evil, and business prosperity. Furthermore, the main hall is registered as a tangible cultural property designated by Osaka Prefecture.

What is the "love fortune " that's trending on social media?

The " love fortune " at Nunose Shrine are unique in that they express feelings of love in a style reminiscent of tanka poetry. Sometimes humorous, sometimes deeply moving, they are enjoyable just to read. If a couple draws one together, it can be a conversation starter, and apparently, there is a constant stream of people posting their fortune slips on social media.

Are there any benefits other than those related to love?

At Nunose Shrine , you can pray for a wide range of things, not just success in love, but also family safety, protection from evil, and good fortune. Spending time praying in the quiet grounds can be a calming experience, making it recommended not only for tourists but also for those who come specifically to pray.

Why is it popular among young people?

Nunose Shrine became popular among young people after love fortune were featured in a Google app commercial aired in 2017. Recently, information has spread through social media such as TikTok and Instagram, and visitors continue to flock to the shrine. In addition to the love fortune, the "love charm" supervised by Hiroko Ichihara and the "bicycle charm," a rare item nationwide for praying for bicycle safety, are also popular.

What is a reasonable length of stay?

You can visit the shrine and experience the love fortune in about 30 minutes. If you want to take photos and stroll around at a leisurely pace, about an hour is a good guideline. It's easily accessible, just 30 minutes by train from central Osaka, making it suitable for a half-day plan combined with sightseeing in the surrounding area.

How do I get to Nunose Shrine?

It's easily accessible, just a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line's "Nunose" Station. It's also only about a 30-minute train ride from central Osaka, making it a convenient stop. While it's accessible by car, parking is limited, so using public transportation is recommended.

Edited by: Ningen Henshusha

Nunose Shrine

2-4-11 Kitashinmachi, Matsubara City, Osaka Prefecture

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Opening hours: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (The reception area is open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

Holiday: The office is closed on Mondays.

Phone number: 072-334-7634

Access: Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line "Nunose" Station.

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