Ishibashi Shrine, located in Shiga Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of stone or rock. The shrine's primary deity, Gishiden no Okami, is associated with the protection of stones and rocks. According to legend, the shrine was built at the site where a large boulder was said to have been struck by lightning, and the boulder was later moved to its current location by the shrine's founders.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Ishiden no Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.1537319, 136.1355069
Visitor tip
Visitors can try their luck at a small stone toss game, where players pay a coin to attempt to knock down a target with a small stone.
Cultural notes
Ishibashi Shrine is known for its unique architectural style, featuring a distinctive torii gate made from cedar wood and a large stone monument at its entrance. The shrine's kami are also associated with good luck and protection in times of turmoil or conflict.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in the Kamakura period (1185-1333) after being damaged during the Edo period (1603-1867).