3.1 Types of Goshuin and Offering Fees
At Ikuta Shrine, you can receive a goshuin (shrine stamp) as proof of your visit. The basic goshuin is a red stamp with the words “Ikuta Shrine” and the shrine’s crest. Its simple yet powerful design is popular with many visitors.
The offering fee is usually around 300 to 500 yen. Goshuin can be obtained at the “reception area” next to the main hall, and it is customary to request it after completing your prayers.
While it is common to bring a goshuincho (goshuin notebook) when receiving a goshuin, “pre-printed goshuin (given on paper)” are also available for those who do not have one.
3.2 Seasonal and Special Goshuin Stamps
At Ikuta Shrine, in addition to the regular goshuin stamps, seasonal and special goshuin stamps are sometimes offered.
For example:
・During the New Year’s visit period: Special stamps limited to the New Year
・Setsubun and Shichi-Go-San: Goshuin stamps tailored to the events
・Spring and Autumn Grand Festivals: Special goshuin stamps
Different designs appear each season, making them fun to collect.
Also, in the past, special goshuin stamps have been distributed in conjunction with the release of a goshuin notebook in collaboration with “Familiar,” a leading baby brand in Kobe. Since limited designs are available in limited quantities, it is recommended to check the latest information on the official website or social media before visiting.
3.3 Goshuin Notebook Designs and How to Purchase
Ikuta Shrine also offers original goshuin notebooks. Among them, the collaboration goshuin notebook with “Familiar,” a long-established brand in Kobe, is attracting particular attention.
This goshuincho (stamp book) combines Familiar’s signature cute illustrations with the dignified design of Ikuta Shrine, making it a popular and unique item that can’t be found anywhere else. Many families who visit for childbirth or a baby’s first shrine visit purchase it as a memento, making it an item that embodies the charm of Kobe.
It can be purchased directly at the shrine’s gift shop. Since quantities may be limited, it’s recommended to check early during your visit if you want one. The price is approximately 2,000 yen.