Location: Izumo-taisha (出雲大社, "Izumo Grand Shrine") Size: 7 x 8 x 1.8 cm Izumo Taisha (出雲大社) is one of Japan’s most ancient and revered Shinto shrines, located in Shimane Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its massive shimenawa (sacred rope), towering wooden architecture, and serene atmosphere. Unlike most shrines, where people clap twice when praying, visitors at Izumo Taisha clap four times—twice for themselves and twice for their loved ones. It remains a significant spiritual site for those seeking blessings in love, fate, and prosperity. Tsuko-Tegata is a kind of wooden passport that was used in the Edo Period as an identity card for travelers when passing from region to region. They had been sold a lot in Showa period as mingei type souvenirs all over Japan. It's also a protector for safety and peace for family.
