Namba Yasaka Shrine

This shrine is famous for the lion-shaped guardian, which stands out as a unique piece of architecture. The lion’s head stage was built in 1975. It’s about 40 feet tall and 25 feet deep. The Japanese believed that the wide-opened mouth of the lion swallows up evil spirits of worshippers and calls for victory and success. Many people visit the shrine during exam time or the start and end of the financial year to hope for a better year. This shrine is approximately eight-minute walk from Nankai Station. In 2024, I want to visit this place again. #2024wish