[July 24, 2025 is the best day for good luck] A lost college student and the mysterious guidance of Inari Shrine ~ The importance of worldly benefits and thank-you visits ~

📅 Don't miss July 24, 2025!
Heavenly Day×One grain per dayThis is the most auspicious day that only comes a few times a year when these two days coincide.

Why not read this article to learn the correct way to pray and the importance of giving thanks, and try out this life-changing method to bring good fortune?

📚 Basic knowledge: About worldly benefits and Inari Shrines

What is worldly benefit?

To ask for concrete benefits or blessings in this world. It refers to praying to the gods for practical wishes such as good health, business success, success in exams, and success in love. In Japanese Shintoism, it is believed that the gods wish for people's happiness in this world.

Characteristics of Inari Shrine

• Main enshrined deity: Uka no Mitama no kami(God of the Uka no Mitama)
• Benefits:Abundant harvest, prosperous business, safety of the family
• Characteristics: A shrine famous for worldly benefits
• Symbolism:Vermilion torii gate and fox statue

[Common misconceptions and correct knowledge about Inari Shrine】

Common Misconceptions ❌

"The god of Inari Shrine is a fox"

Correct knowledge ⭕

Main deity:Uka no Mitama no Kami(God of the Uka no Mitama)
The role of the fox: God's messenger (kin・Construction)

A simple example

• God = Company President
• Fox = President's secretary or subordinate

*Foxes are not gods themselves, but are "messengers of the gods" who serve the gods..

Why misunderstandings happen

• There are many fox statues at Inari Shrine.
• Because foxes stand out, people tend to think that the fox itself is a god.
• The actual god (Uka no Mitama no Kami) is an invisible being

How to remember:At Inari Shrine, the correct answer is not to "pray to the fox" but to "pray to the gods through the fox".

🔤 The deeper meaning behind the kanji

Kanji	composition	meaning	Teachings for good fortune
Hesitation	Rice + Carry	Carrying something important despite hesitation	Doubt is a part of growing up
Rice	The origin of the word is "the root of life"	Source of Life	Symbol of abundance
Toyo	Offering a bundle of rice to the gods	Gratitude for Abundance	The Importance of Gratitude
rice	The source of life for the Japanese people	The potential of each grain is ten thousand times greater	The great power of small actions

📖 Story: A lost college student's good fortune experience

Chapter 1: The Beginning of the Confusion

Tanaka Yoneta, a fourth-year university student, was stuck in his job search.

No matter how many interviews I go to, I just can't seem to get a job offer.

"It fell again..."

Staring at the screen of his smartphone, Yoneta sighed deeply.

Today is July 24th. While my friends have already secured job offers, I feel like I'm the only one being left behind.

I suddenly remembered the words of my grandmother, who majored in Japanese literature.

"Yoneta, the character for "mayou" (to be lost) is written as "rice" and "carry.".

When you're in doubt, you might actually be carrying something important."

"Transporting rice...?"

Yoneta stared at his name, which had the character for rice in it.

"Yes. Rice is the source of life for the Japanese people. God resides in every grain. Your name must have a deep meaning.Yo"

My grandmother continued.

"The character for 'rice' is also beautiful, isn't it? It is said that the origin of the word 'ine' is 'the root of life.' And the character 'yu' represents the act of offering a bundle of rice to the gods."

Chapter 2: Encounter with Inari Shrine

As I was wandering around, I came across a small Inari shrine. Its vermilion torii gates were beautifully illuminated in the sunset.

"Inari Shrine…”

Yoneta remembered a story he had heard from his grandmother.

The "ina" in "Inari" refers to the ear of rice that is the source of rice, and "ni" refers to carrying rice on one's back.

In other words, Inari Shrine literally means "carrying rice.""It is a shrine.

As I entered the temple grounds, I felt calm in the silence.

I wanted to visit, but I don't know what to do.

At that moment, an elderly woman who had been praying next to me called out to me!

"Young man, don't you know how to pray?"

"Yes... actually."

"Inari is famous as the god of worldly benefits. Worldly benefits are wishes for concrete happiness in this world. Employment, good health, business prosperity... the god grants the practical things that everyone wishes for."

Chapter 3: Proper Practice of Worship

The woman taught me the proper way to pray at the shrine.

Proper procedure for worship

1. Call on God's name
2. Give your name and address
3. Express your gratitude
4. Make a promise to visit

"First of all, you call the name of the god."Thank you for coming.He is the main deity of Inari Shrine and the god of bountiful harvests."

With instruction, Yoneta made his first proper visit to the shrine.

"Uka no Mitama-sama, it's nice to meet you. My name is Tanaka Yoneta and I live in Shinjuku, Tokyo."

I introduced myself wholeheartedly. Strangely, I felt a warm feeling, as if I was being watched over by God.

"I am truly grateful that I have been able to stay healthy until now, that my family is healthy, and that I have been able to continue my studies."

⚠️ Most Important Takeaways
"And the most important thing is to always come back to give thanks when your wish is granted. Many people forget to do this. Think of it as a promise to God."

Chapter 4: The power of words and the meaning of rice

After finishing his prayers, Yoneta thanked the woman.

"Thank you very much. But today was the first time I understood why my name is Yoneta."

"That's right. Rice has a special meaning for the Japanese. There is a saying, "One grain of rice produces ten thousand times as much rice." It is also a symbol of worldly gain."

The woman smiled kindly.

"But it's important to say it out loud. Don't just think it in your mind, say it out loud. Words have power."

That night, Yoneta said out loud.

"I will definitely find a company that is a good fit for me. And at that company, I will do work that helps people. Work that will bring about a great harvest, just like rice."

Chapter 5: Miracle Day

The next day, Yoneta sent his resume to a small agricultural company that he had given up on.

After my experience at Inari Shrine, I suddenly felt the urge to send it.

A week later, I got a call from the company asking for an interview!

On the day of the interview, Yoneta spoke.

"My name is Yoneta. My grandmother told me,Rice is the source of life for the Japanese people" I was raised with this teaching.Be confusedThe character " is "Carrying rice"I realized that my current doubts have meaning. I want to be involved in a job that will make a grain of rice bear a thousand times more fruit."

The interviewer's eyes lit up!

"That's great. In fact, our company isA grain of 10,000 times"Our motto is, "Get a big harvest from a small seed." We are a company that pursues the worldly benefits of agriculture. We also often visit Inari Shrine."

Chapter 6: A visit of thanks - An important promise that must not be forgotten

On the day he received his job offer, Yoneta headed straight for Inari Shrine.

"I am Uka no Mitama-sama, Tanaka Yoneta. I prayed at your shrine the other day. Thanks to you, I was able to get a job offer from a great company."

I put a little more money than usual into the offering box. It was the equivalent of one sack of rice.

"As promised, I have come to offer my thanks. Thank you so much for giving me worldly benefits. I will continue to work hard, never forgetting my gratitude."

Chapter 7: The tragedy of a friend who forgot to visit the shrine

A few days later, Yoneta met his friend Sato, who was also looking for a job.

"The truth is, after hearing your story, I also went to the shrine to pray for worldly gain. And then I really did get a job offer!"

"That's great! So, what about a thank you visit?"

"Eh? A thank you visit?"

Sato shook his head.

"I got a job offer, so that's good enough. If I ask for worldly benefits, they'll come true, right?"

Yoneta became worried.

"But isn't that too one-sided? I was told it was a promise to God."

"You don't have to think so seriously..."

Chapter 8: The Consequences of Breaking a Promise

A month later, Sato contacted me.

"Yoneta, something terrible has happened. Your job offer has been revoked. The company's performance has deteriorated, and half of the accepted applicants have been cut..."

Yoneta remembered the woman's words.

⚠️ Important warning
"Even if you receive worldly benefits, if you don't give thanks, your luck may be reversed. It would be like breaking a promise to God."

"Sato, it's not too late. Let's go to the shrine."

Chapter 9: It's not too late

Yoneta took Sato to Inari Shrine.

"I am Sato Ichiro, the God of Uka no Mitama. When I received the blessings of this world last month, I promised to give a visit of thanks, but I neglected. I am sorry."

Sato apologized sincerely.

"Although the current situation is difficult, I wanted to convey my gratitude for all that has been done for me. Thank you very much."

Chapter 10: The Second Miracle

A week after the visit, Sato received a call from another company. The company had suddenly opened a vacancy, which he had previously interviewed for but had been rejected.

"I had a good impression during the interview, so I'd like you to come."

This time, Sato went to give thanks on the very day he received his job offer.

"This time I was able to keep my promise. Thank you so much for the worldly benefits."

Chapter 11: The deeper meanings of kanji

The same woman showed up again.

"You two look good. Now you understand the true meaning of worldly gain, don't you?"

"Yes! But why do kanji have such deep meanings?"

"That's because people in the past lived in harmony with nature and the gods. Look at the character for "Toyo" (abundant). It depicts the act of offering a bundle of rice to the gods, right?"

The woman continued.

"The character for "wandering" is the same! Carrying rice means that you are transporting something important, even while wavering.

The same goes for worldly benefits. It's not just about receiving, but also about conveying something important called gratitude."

Yoneta nodded deeply.

"The uncertainty is transporting rice. It's transporting something precious."

"That's right. And what you carry will always bear fruit. It's the law of a thousand grains of rice. But once it bears fruit, you must not forget to be grateful..That is the true meaning of worldly gain."

Chapter 12: The Secret of Continuing Worldly Benefits

From then on, Yoneta began to visit Inari Shrine every month without fail.

They never failed to give thanks, not only when big wishes were fulfilled, but also for small worldly gains.

"I was in good health this month. Thank you for the worldly benefits."
"The project was a success. Thank you for the worldly benefits."
"I had a wonderful encounter. Thank you for the benefits in this world."

Sato also made it a habit to give thanks and make thank-you visits to shrines for worldly benefits.

Epilogue: A New Beginning

While working for an agricultural company, Yoneta was involved in the development of a new variety of rice three years later. The rice was called "Manbai-mai" (Manbai rice). It was a groundbreaking variety that produced a large harvest from a single grain.

On the day the development was successful, Yoneta headed straight for Inari Shrine.

"Lord Uka no Mitama, this is Tanaka Yoneta. The development of Manbai Rice has been successful. Thank you very much for granting me worldly benefits over the past three years."

He dedicated some specially prepared new rice to the shrine. It was the first batch of "Manbai Rice."

"I hope that this rice will bring worldly benefit to many people. I too will continue to live my life with gratitude in mind."

Yoneta smiled quietly in the shrine grounds. The vermilion torii gates were watching over him kindly as always.

And in his notebook, along with each new wish, there was one phrase that was always written there.

"If I receive any benefit in this world, I will definitely come to give thanks."

Standing next to him was Sato, now a successful client of Yoneta's company.

"Yoneta, we really were able to 'transport rice'."

"That's right. Even though I was unsure, I brought something important with me. And God gave it back to me as a benefit in this life."

They both bowed deeply.

"Let's continue to work hard with a ten thousand times bigger heart."

Like the ears of rice shining in the sunset, their future together shone golden.

🙏 Practical Guide: The correct way to worship

Basic procedure for worship

1. Call on God's name

In the case of Inari Shrine: "Uka no Mitama no Kami"

2. Introduce yourself

"My name is (name) and I live at (address)"

3. Express your gratitude

Before making a wish, first express gratitude for the worldly benefits you have received

4. Make a promise to visit the shrine

In my mind,If my wish comes true, I will definitely come back to give thanks."

Examples of what to say when visiting a shrine

"Lord Uka no Mitama,
My name is XX and I live in XX ward, Tokyo.
I am truly grateful for the everyday worldly benefits.
Staying healthy, having a healthy family,
I am grateful to be able to continue my studies (work).
If my wish comes true, I will definitely come back to give thanks.
We look forward to your continued support."

🎯 The Importance of Thank-you Visits

⚠️ Many people tend to forget! The importance of thank-you visits

A visit to a shrine after a wish has been granted is a way to continue to receive worldly benefits.Key takeawaysIf you neglect this, your luck may be reversed...

Why visiting a shrine is important

• Keeping our promises to God – Sincerity brings good luck
• Create a cycle of gratitude – Gratitude brings about future benefits
• Develop your personality - Good fortune comes to those who remember kindness
• Continued good fortune – Not a one-time thing, but a lasting good fortune

People who give thanks vs. people who don't

item	A person making a pilgrimage to give thanks	People who don't make thank-you visits
Continuation of luck	✅ Continuous worldly benefits	❌ Temporary effect only
Relationship with God	✅ Build trust	❌ One-sided relationship
Effect on personality	✅ Cultivate a sense of gratitude	❌ I take it for granted
Next wish	✅ Makes your dreams come true	❌ It becomes harder to achieve

Examples of thank-you phrases

"Lord Uka no Mitama,
This is ○○, who I visited the other day.
Thanks to you, we were able to achieve (concrete results).
As promised, I came to offer my thanks.
Thank you so much for giving me this worldly benefit.
I will never forget my gratitude."

🌟 July 24, 2025: How to make the most of the best luck day

🎯 The special meaning of July 24, 2025

🌅Tensha Day

The day when heaven forgives all sinsIt is considered the best day to start something new.

🌾Ichiryu Manbai-bi (One Grain, Ten Thousand Times Day)

The day when a single seed bears ten thousand times its fruitThis is an auspicious day when small actions will bring big results.

⚡The best day when both come together

This is the ultimate lucky day when Tensha Day and Ichirimanbai Day coincide, which only happen a few times a year.

Things to do on July 24, 2025

🏛️Shrine visit

The best day to visit Inari Shrine and pray for worldly benefits

🌱Start something new

Starting new challenges such as job hunting, taking lessons, and obtaining qualifications

💰Important Decisions

Major life decisions such as big purchases, investments, and marriage

📝Goal Setting

Set specific goals and state them out loud

💎 Additional techniques to maximize your luck

🗣️ Use the power of words

• Don't just think it in your mind, say it out loud
• Use positive language
• Be specific and clear
• "Become..." instead of "I want to be..."

🎁 Offering points

• At Inari Shrine, you can find fried tofu and sake.
• Rice and sake are also popular
• It's important to choose with care
• It doesn’t have to be expensive

🔄 Continuous Habits

• Once a month, I visit the temple to give thanks.
• Visiting at the Change of Seasons
• Be thankful for the little good things
• Visit with family and friends

📊 Types of worldly benefits and corresponding shrines

Types of worldly benefits	Recommended Shrines	Main deity	Features
Prosperity in business and financial luck	Inari Shrine	Uka no Mitama no Kami	Approximately 30,000 companies nationwide
Academic Success	Tenmangu Shrine	Sugawara no Michizane	God of learning
Health and recovery from illness	Medicine Buddha	Medicine Buddha	Medicine Buddha
Matchmaking and love	Matchmaking Shrine	Okuninushi no Mikoto	Make a good relationship
Family safety	Ujigami Shrine	Guardian of the Region	Community-based

【🌾About Uka no Mitama God】

Hello everyone. Today I will explain in simple terms about Uka no Mitama-sama, the main deity of Inari Shrine.

What kind of god is Uka no Mitama?

🌾Uka no Mitama no KamiThe name is pronounced "Ukanomitama no Kami."

this"UkaThe word "" has been used since ancient times.food"or"grain"It is an important word that means.

Since ancient times, Japanese people have worshiped this deity with gratitude for the food they receive every day and in prayer for a bountiful harvest. For people who farm rice, Uka no Mitama was a very familiar and compassionate deity who brought them the blessing of life..

Divine virtues that have spread over time

Interestingly, as time passed, the divine virtues of Uka no Mitama-sama also expanded.

The god of food eventually came to be known as the god who protects business and industrial development..

This is a natural progression: where there is food, there is a market, and where there is a market, business flourishes.

In this way, people's lives become more prosperous. Uka no Mitama-sama is the deity who warmly watches over and guides all of these people's lives.

Lessons for us today

It is important for us living in this day and age to remember to be grateful for food, work honestly, and care for one another.

We are sure that Uka no Mitama-sama will respond to our sincere feelings.

🙏When you visit the shrine, please do not get too distracted by the fox statue, but instead focus your mind on Uka no Mitama-sama who resides behind it, and quietly place your hands together in prayer..

🌾 Final message

You don't need to be afraid to get lost

This is proof that they are "transporting rice," i.e., transporting something valuable..

Worldly benefits are not something to be wished for unilaterally, but something that builds a relationship of trust with God.

By continuing to offer thanks and never forgetting your gratitude, you will be blessed with a thousand times more happiness..

Especially July 2025

In particular, July 24, 2025, Tensha Day x Ichirimanbai Day, is a great chance to change your life. On this special day, visit the shrine using the correct method of worship, and above all, the most important thing is to "Visit to give thanks" Don't forget to practice this.

Just as a single seed bears fruit ten thousand times over, I sincerely hope that your small actions will bring you great happiness.

✍️ From the author

I hope this article can bring about some positive changes in your life. Good fortune is not just for special people. With the right knowledge and practice, and above all, with a grateful heart, anyone can achieve a thousand times more happiness.

We sincerely hope that you will all experience wonderful good fortune on July 24, 2025.

⚠️ Notes

• This article is intended to introduce methods for improving your luck, but does not guarantee their effectiveness.
• When visiting a shrine, please follow the rules and etiquette of each shrine.
• Please follow the customs of each shrine regarding offerings and worship methods.
• If you have religious restrictions, please act according to your beliefs.
• It is important to practice good luck methods continuously.