Zogan Gaseki Sanzan is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Oiso, Kanagawa Prefecture. Dedicated to the Sun Goddess Amaterasu, the shrine is renowned for its striking architecture and scenic location on the coast of Hakone Bay. The shrine complex features a beautiful vermilion torii gate, a five-story pagoda, and a tranquil garden that offers stunning views of the bay.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Ryujin
- Coordinates
- 35.3270946, 139.4024309
Visitor tip
For the best viewing experience, visit the shrine at sunset and enjoy the vibrant colors of the torii gate against the golden light.
Cultural notes
As a shrine dedicated to Amaterasu, the Sun Goddess, Zogan Gaseki Sanzan is also associated with the mythology of Hakone, where the god of the sea, Ryujin, was said to reside. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style, with its use of vermilion and wooden pillars.
Historical note
The shrine was originally founded in the Nara period (710-794 CE), but its current structure dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867 CE).