Gokayama-ku Shrine, located in Toyama Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto god of agriculture and fertility, Kamado-no-Okami. The shrine is situated in a scenic area amidst rice fields and is famous for its wooden shrine buildings that date back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE).
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Kamado-no-Okami
- Coordinates
- 36.4419546, 137.8740103
Visitor tip
Bring a small gift of sake or fruit to offer to the kami at the shrine's torii gate.
Cultural notes
The shrine is part of the Gokayama region, which was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 for its well-preserved traditional villages. The area is also known for its connections to the Ainu people and the Shinto deity Kamado-no-Okami.