Hakuboku-jinja Shrine, located in Kanagawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Hakuboku, the deity of sake and fertility. Built in the Edo period, the shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a center for sake brewing and production. The shrine's main hall features a distinctive roof with a complex system of wooden beams and shingles, characteristic of traditional Japanese design.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hakuboku
- Kami enshrined
- Hakuboku
- Coordinates
- 35.3976461, 139.5299655
Visitor tip
Visitors can enjoy a traditional sake brewery tour within the shrine grounds, providing insight into Japan's rich brewing history and a unique opportunity to sample local delicacies.
Cultural notes
As one of Kanagawa Prefecture's oldest shrines, Hakuboku-jinja Shrine is often visited during the New Year's (Oshogatsu) festival for blessings related to sake production. The shrine also plays host to annual festivals celebrating its patron deity, Hakuboku.
Historical note
Established during the Edo period, Hakuboku-jinja Shrine was designated as an important cultural property in 1951.