Located in the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, Eight Horseshoe Shrine is one of Japan's most iconic Shinto shrines dedicated to the storm god Susanoo no Mikoto and the wind god Inari Okami. The shrine complex features a large torii gate, ornate wooden structures, and beautifully landscaped gardens.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo no Mikoto, Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo, Inari
- Coordinates
- 36.1697525, 136.2595651
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, consider visiting the shrine early in the morning or later in the evening when it's less crowded.
Cultural notes
Eight Horseshoe Shrine is famous for its association with Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility. Locals believe that the shrine's location at the intersection of two roads brings good fortune and prosperity to those who pray here.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Kamakura period (1185-1333) by Emperor Kameyama and is believed to be one of the oldest shrines in Japan.