Godai Shrine, located in the heart of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Godai-kami, the god of medicine and healing. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a center for medicinal herbs and botanicals, with intricately designed wooden gates and ornate torii gates.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Godai
- 祀られている神
- Godai, Hokuto-no-Kami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's unique charm, visitors should purchase a pass at the nearby 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art to gain access to the adjacent park and scenic views of the city.
文化的背景
Godai Shrine is famous for its medicinal herb garden, where visitors can learn about traditional Japanese medicine and admire rare plant species. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in May to honor Godai-kami, featuring traditional performances and offerings.
歴史
Founded in 1593 by Lord Maeda Tadatsune during the Edo period.