Located in the Kanazawa area of Ishikawa Prefecture, Koma-no-ishi-White Mountain Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the gods of the sea and fertility. The shrine's name reflects its connection to the White Mountain of Hakusan, which is believed to be the residence of several kami, including Kannon, Ryujin, and Inari. The shrine's architecture and traditions are rooted in the Edo period, with a distinctive style that blends traditional Japanese elements with influences from Buddhist and Shinto practices.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kannon
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Ryujin, Kannon
- Coordinates
- 36.9187204, 136.7766348
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine during the autumn foliage season to see the beautifully lit up torii gate at night.
Cultural notes
Kannon is believed to be a kami enshrined in this shrine, which highlights its connection to Buddhism. The shrine's location on the coast also ties it to the Ryujin deity, who is revered as the god of the sea and storms.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period (1603-1867),