Kawanabe Shrine, located in the town of Katsuyama in Ishikawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and prosperity. The shrine's main hall was originally built during the Edo period, but it has undergone several renovations over the centuries. Visitors can see a traditional torii gate and a large stone statue of the deity at the shrine. The shrine's grounds also feature a beautiful garden with various types of plants and trees.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Sugisakayama-gami
- Kami enshrined
- Sugisakayama-gami, Honjin-gami
- Coordinates
- 36.1490144, 136.3079907
Visitor tip
Be sure to bring offerings of rice or sake to make a prayer at the shrine's torii gate.
Cultural notes
Kawanabe Shrine is associated with the god of agriculture, Sugisakayama-gami, who is revered for his role in bringing prosperity to farmers. The shrine also holds an annual autumn festival, where visitors can enjoy traditional foods and drinks.
Historical note
The current main hall was rebuilt in 1853 during the Bakumatsu period.