Written by Jane Pipkin
Shinsekai is full of Billiken. For those unfamiliar, Billiken is a mythical good-luck figure, often depicted smiling and sitting. As you walk around the area, you’ll notice an abudance of Billiken statues — outside restaurants and inside the iconic Tsutenkaku Tower.
Did you know there’s even a Billiken Shrine? Recognizable by its red torii gate, this shrine is considered a “power spot” where you can wish for good luck — and even pay to read your love fortune slip.
After visiting the shrine, head down the road to see the large golden Billiken. Many passerbys rub his feet for a little extra luck!
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How to get there
The Billiken Shrine is a 5-minute walk away from Ebisucho Station on the Sakaisuji Line.
ビリケン神社
3-6-1 Ebisuhigashi, Naniwa Ward, Osaka
Open 24 hours
Free
- 264 m from Dōbutsuen-mae Station Midōsuji Line (M22)Sakaisuji Line (K19)
- 465 m from Shin-Imamiya Station Osaka Loop Line (O19)Yamatoji Line (Q19)Nankai Main Line (NK3)
- 0.6 km from Ebisuchō Station Sakaisuji Line (K18)
