This is the Suitengamae Temple which was about 2 blocks from my hotel. The main temple, a side temple and the zodiac sculpture. This particular temple is for pregnant women to come and pray for an easy birth. The zodiac sculpture has the twelve signs of the zodiac, and the women rub the one that represents their child.

I did not go into the main temple, but did make an offering at the side temple. This is done by dropping coins in the box, then pulling on the cloth bell pulls so the Gods notice you. Then you bow and pray, clap your hands (to make sure the Gods are still paying attention) then bow and back away. You wash your hands in a special fountain before entering the temples.
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This is just some sake jugs set out in front of a shop, kinda interesting

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Have a couple other shots I will post later.

Very glad to be home!!