Kobe Ikuta Shrine (Kinlongquan) Water of Bonding

[Golden Dragon Spring] is located within the grounds of Ikuta Shrine and is one of the important symbols of the shrine. This clear spring is called the "water of fate". According to legend, drinking the spring water or washing your hands with it can bring good luck and happiness. Therefore, it attracts countless people who pray for love or marriage to come and worship. #### Features of Jinlongquan 1. **A spiritual spring for making connections and praying for blessings** The water of Jinlongquan is clear and sweet, and is believed to be blessed by the gods, with the function of purification and blessing. Not only can you pray for smooth love, but it can also bring overall happiness and good luck. 2. **The perfect combination of culture and nature** The spring is surrounded by green trees and the environment is quiet, making it a good place for meditation in the shrine. When drinking the spring water, one can feel the connection with nature and the gods, which brings peace to the soul. 3. **Connected to historical legends** It is said that the spring is related to the golden dragon in mythology, symbolizing protection and prosperity. When visiting the Golden Dragon Spring, many people will pray devoutly and place their wishes on this sacred spring. #### Useful Information 📍 **Address**: 1-2-1 Shimoyamate-dori, Chuo-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture (within the territory of Ikuta Shrine) ⏰ **Opening hours**: Same as Ikuta Shrine, generally 6:00-17:00 💰 **Fee**: Free to visit #### Recommended Reasons 1. **Must visit for good marriage**: For those who hope to find love, repair their relationship or pray for a happy marriage, this is a place of blessing that cannot be missed. 2. **Combination of nature and faith**: Jinlongquan is not only a spring, but also a place that can bring peace to people's hearts. 3. **Easy to fit into your schedule**: Located in downtown Kobe, it is easily accessible on foot, making it ideal for a short visit. #### Tips 1. **How ​​to use spring water**: Spring water can be drunk directly, or used to wash hands to add a sense of ritual to pray. 2. **Amulet for Bonding**: After visiting the shrine, you can buy a bond amulet at the shrine and take away a blessing. 3. **Paired with surrounding attractions**: After visiting Kinryu Spring, you can continue to explore the main hall and forest area of ​​Ikuta Shrine, or stroll to the nearby Ikuta Forest. 📸 **#Ikuta Shrine Golden Dragon Spring** **#Water of Bonding** **#Kobe Prayer Travel** **#Japan Love Shrine** **#Spiritual Spring Prayer** #2024 Travel Review