For adults, there is perhaps no greater problem than "not having enough money." If you can't afford to go out on the town on your days off, your chances of meeting people decrease accordingly.

Even if you want to hone your skills to get the job you really want, you can't afford the monthly tuition. You want to relax your stiff body at a beauty salon or chiropractic treatment, but the treatment fees are too expensive.

You're already tied down and just want money! Now is the time to act! Why not seriously pray to the gods at least once in your life?

■Zenzuka Jizodo

The first place you should visit is Zenzuka Jizodo, located in a corner of Sensoji Temple. The hall, whose name alone suggests a blessed aroma, is home to a Jizo statue known as "Kankan Jizo."
The reason for the "kankan" sound is that worshippers pray by striking the Jizo with prepared stones. The reason for striking so hard that a loud sound resonates is that it is said that putting the powder scraped off the Jizo in one's wallet will bring wealth. As a result, so much of the Jizo's body has been scraped away that it is difficult to imagine its original form. However, it is said that the Jizo will still faithfully answer the prayers of those who pray to it earnestly. What a kind Jizo!
Address: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
5-minute walk from Asakusa Station
■Otori Shrine
Along with the Kankan Jizo, you should also visit Otori Shrine, located within walking distance of Sensoji Temple. This shrine is famous for its "Otorisama." On the day of the annual festival, a large Okame (female horse) known as "Nade Okame" is unveiled at the entrance to the shrine office. This Okame statue grants wishes by "stroking" different parts depending on the blessing you wish to receive.

Believing these legends, "Stroke the forehead to gain wisdom, stroke the eyes to grant foresight, stroke the nose to bring financial luck, stroke the right cheek to find love, stroke the left cheek to improve health, stroke the mouth to prevent misfortune, and stroke clockwise from the chin to ensure success in all things," many people gather around the Okame statue and stroke its nose. Everyone hopes for an increase in financial luck, thanks to the "Otorisama" god who helps business prosper.

Address: 3-18-7 Senzoku, Taito-ku, Tokyo
7 minutes walk from Iriya Station

■Minaka Inari Shrine

No, I don't care about work, I just want to be rich! For those who are feeling a bit carefree, we'd also like to introduce Kaichu Inari Shrine near Shin-Okubo Station. Since "kaichu" means "everyone wins," this shrine is said to bring good luck with the lottery and is very popular with people hoping to hit the jackpot on the lottery or Lotto 6. In September of odd-numbered years, rare festivals such as the "Teppo Gumi Hyakunin Tai Gyoretsu" (100-Man Gun Parade) are held on Okubo Street, so history buffs should definitely visit.

Address: 1-11-16 Hyakunincho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
1-minute walk from Shin-Okubo Station

■Kanei-ji Temple

Finally, we have the Shinobazu Pond Benzendo Hall of Kan'ei-ji Temple in Ueno Park. Thanks to the divine virtues of Benzendo, who is said to bring good fortune and fortune, the shrine is visited by many people throughout the year, but it gets especially crowded during the annual Minarukane Festival held once a year in September. With the lucky wallets and oval charms that are only available on this day, becoming a millionaire might not be just a dream.

Address: 2-1 Ueno Park, Taito-ku, Tokyo
6 minutes walk from Ueno Station