Tokyo, Japan | Shiomi Ryugu Shrine: Shrine Maiden Experience & Handmade Amulet Workshop

Located just a 7-minute train ride from Tokyo Station (and a 2-minute walk from Shiomi Station), Shiomi Ryugu Shrine is a unique and sacred space built along the canal, dedicated to the Dragon God and deities associated with World Natural Heritage sites.
Here, you can immerse yourself in a dreamy, year-round, weather-proof sea of clouds, witness the stunning golden giant shimenawa (sacred rope) that blends into the canal, and experience creating your own personalized handmade amulet or wearing authentic miko (shrine maiden) attire.
In this solemn and peaceful atmosphere, offer your sincere wishes and prayers for yourself and your loved ones, creating a unique and memorable cultural experience near Tokyo.

• Package 1: 1-Day Miko Costume Rental x Fantasy Sea of Clouds Photo Experience

Put on authentic miko attire and take magical photos, reminiscent of Spirited Away, in front of the golden giant shimenawa and the year-round dreamy sea of clouds! Staff will guide you through the process, so no prior knowledge of Shinto rituals is required.

Step 1 Preparation: Change into the full miko attire in the designated area. 
Step 2 Props and Photos: Use 5 free props (headpiece, kagura suzu, tamagushi, fan, and Japanese umbrella) for your commemorative photos.
Step 3 Sea of Clouds and Canal Worship: Visit the sea of clouds worship area and perform a ritual in front of the golden giant shimenawa by the canal.
Step 4 Changing: Change back into your personal clothes to conclude the experience.

• Package 2: Unique Amulet Making Experience Blessed by the Gods

Create your own personal amulet! Seal your most sincere wishes together with the blessings of the gods in this highly memorable workshop experience in Tokyo.

Step 1 Fill out the prayer form: Learn about the meaning of the amulet and choose your prayer theme.
Step 2 Prepare lucky charms: Insert a lucky 5-yen coin and the shrine's Dragon God whiskers.
Step 3 Personalized amulet design: Stamp your amulet bag, change the strings, and add accessories.
Step 4 Seal the sacred items and photos: Insert the sacred object and your personal cherished photo.
Step 5 Main hall and sea of clouds worship: Take your handmade amulet to the main hall and the sea of clouds shimenawa to offer your prayers.

• Package 3: Personalized Handmade Prayer Amulet Bracelet Making Experience

Step 1 Choose your cord color and weave it by hand: Select your favorite colored cord and weave your own bracelet by hand.
Step 2 Choose the style of the inner charm (amulet): Select the core charm for your bracelet based on your wishes and preferences.
Step 3 Pick your accessories: Freely combine your favorite charms from a wide variety of beautiful accessories.
Step 4 Fill out the prayer book: Write down your wishes or sincere blessings for someone important in the prayer book.
Step 5 Wear your finished amulet bracelet and visit for worship: Put on your completed amulet bracelet and sincerely offer your wishes to the gods.