Kureha Jinja — Attraction in Ikeda

Such a pretty and peaceful shrine hidden in a quiet neighborhood just a little north of the station. You'll pass by a playground before seeing the main Tori gate entrance. The priest there who signed my goshuin book also handed me an entire book on a guide and locations of all the goshuin-cho services and sales across Japan for 2023. It was my guide, and I am thankful for the 2nd goshuin the priest also gave me for free because of a mistake made in the first goshuin. The main shrine itself was under renovation, but it is still quiet and still has plenty of space to move around. Visiting this Jinja is free and stamps are 300 yen. Do stop by Kureha Jinja if you're near...

The shrine itself is really pretty, nestling between the skyscrapers of Ikeda City. Especially the stained glass on the main shrine is a real eye catcher. The staff members spoke nearly to no English but they tried their best to communicate with me and understand my bad English. I would definitely...

Cute little temple we stumbled by while waiting for cup noodle museum. Worth a visit if you're nearby, but not to make a trip to.

You can pray and make wishes knocking on a wood slab. Got some...