Located in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, San-gaku Jinja Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god of agriculture and prosperity, San Gaku Tanemori Okami. With its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture, the shrine is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking good fortune.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- San Gaku Tanemori Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Minamoto no Yoshitsune, San Gaku Tanemori Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.727087, 137.8539775
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a golden glow on the gardens.
Cultural notes
San-gaku Jinja Shrine is famous for its unique San Gaku-tō gate, which features intricate carvings and sculptures depicting various Shinto deities. The shrine is also known for its association with the legendary hero Minamoto no Yoshitsune, who is said to have visited the shrine before his famous victory at the Battle of Dan-no-ura.
Historical note
Founded in 1461 by the Oda clan during the Muromachi period.