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Enmusubi: Japan’s Concept of People Connecting Destinies
Is it love…or is it destiny? A look into the concept of enmusubi, including Japan’s most famous “power spots” for forging new bonds.
Who doesn’t love the idea of nudging fate in a favorable direction? We all cling to the hope that following certain guidelines might bring about something good. That’s where the Japanese concept of enmusubi steps in.
Enmusubi offers the promise of forging meaningful connections, be they romantic or not. With its matchmaking powers, enmusubi has stood the test of time, attracting those craving companionship and deeper connections.
Fate-binding ritual
Enmusubi, at its core, is a timeless matchmaking ritual crafted to spark romantic bonds between people. Its roots stretch back in history when matchmaking intertwined with mysticism and the supernatural. Fate, with its enigmatic force eluding human grasp, was inevitably explained in spiritual terms, leading many to attribute it to divine intervention. During the Edo period, people actively sought deities like Ookuninushi-no-Mikoto for their matchmaking prowess, entrusting…
