Nishinomiya Shrine, Hyogo Prefecture This shrine is famous every year for the "Fukuotoko" (Lucky Man) selection ceremony. Affectionately known as "Ebes-san" in the Kansai region, it is a shrine where you can receive many blessings for prosperous business, good fortune, and good luck. Please display the upside-down kadomatsu (pine decorations) on your outer entrance door. Only on the night of January 9th, please turn them upside down. This is to prevent pine needles from getting in the eyes of the gods when they descend on horseback. It's a custom that shows a kind consideration for the gods. Please enshrine it outside your entrance when it arrives. (Installation not possible on the 29th and 31st) #CursedObject #Gold #NewYear #Shimenawa (sacred straw rope) #Kadomatsu (pine decorations) #GoodLuckCharm #GoodFortune #FinancialLuck #EvilWarding #ProsperousBusiness #YearEndGift #NewYearDecorations