Located in the city of Kanazawa, Toyama Prefecture, the Ōmagatsuma Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Inari Okami, known as Ōmagatsumahime in Japanese. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture, which reflect the region's rich cultural heritage. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature several buildings, including a main hall and a treasure house.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 36.7351569, 137.0458443
Visitor tip
Visitors can receive a blessing by tying an orange, symbolizing good luck and prosperity, to the vermilion torii gate.
Cultural notes
The shrine is connected to local folklore, in which Ōmagatsumahime is said to have protected the area from fires. The shrine also holds an annual festival in July to honor the deity.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1615 during the Edo period as a tribute to the legendary warrior princess Ōmagatsumahime.