Located in the city of Kusatsu Minakami, Shiga Prefecture, Gold Leaf Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of gold and prosperity, Kinryu. The shrine's main hall is adorned with thousands of gold leaf decorations, reflecting its name. Visitors can participate in traditional activities like sake tasting and gold leaf crafting.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kinryu
- Kami enshrined
- Kinryu
- Coordinates
- 35.1441337, 136.0827482
Visitor tip
Try some of the local specialty, Kinryu-ju, a sweet wine made with sake and honey, at the shrine's tea house.
Cultural notes
Gold Leaf Shrine is associated with Kinryu, the god of gold and prosperity. The shrine is also famous for its traditional Japanese sweets, which are often served during New Year's celebrations (Oshogatsu).
Historical note
Founded during the Heian period (794-1185 CE),