White Beard Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto deity Osumi Okami-no-Mikoto, is located in the town of Shibukawa, Gunma Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Heian period styles, with a wooden main hall and a beautiful garden. The shrine's most distinctive feature is its association with the legend of Sakamoto Ryoma, who was once said to have stopped at the shrine during his travels.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Osumi Okami-no-Mikoto
- Kami enshrined
- Sakamoto Ryoma, Osumi Okami-no-Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 35.9069813, 139.4551007
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, try to visit during cherry blossom season (late March to early April).
Cultural notes
The shrine is associated with the legend of Sakamoto Ryoma and is also believed to be a Shinto site for purification. The Osumi Okami-no-Mikoto deity is revered as a patron of travelers and merchants.
Historical note
Founded in 1615 during the Edo period.