Yasui Kompiragū Shrine

⛩️ Shrines & Temples · kyoto, Kyoto · 笘・{spot.rating}

Yasui Konpiragu Shrine in Kyoto is famous for its unique power to sever bad relationships and forge good ones, drawing visitors who wish to cut ties with bad habits, illnesses, or toxic connections. The shrine's main attraction is a large stone with a hole in the center, covered in thousands of paper wishes, where visitors crawl through to make their prayers heard. This atmospheric shrine offers a fascinating glimpse into Japanese spiritual practices and has become popular among those seeking a fresh start in life or love.

Visitor Information

📍 Address	kyoto, Kyoto
🎫 Admission	See official site
🚉 Access	–
🕐 Hours	Not available
🌐 Official	–

💡 Tips for Visitors

The shrine accepts cash only for purchasing the special prayer papers (100 yen) needed for the stone ritual. Visit early morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds, as the main stone can have long queues during midday. Write your wish on the paper, crawl through the stone's hole twice (first to cut bad ties, second to form good ones), then paste your paper on the stone—English instructions are available at the shrine office.