White Beard Shrine, located in Ibaraki Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice and fertility. The shrine's name 'Shirogami' roughly translates to White Beard or White Hair, referencing the deity's mythological appearance. Visitors can explore the shrine's traditional architecture, which blends into its natural surroundings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Shirogami no Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Shirogami no Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7112159, 139.836841
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when possible.
Cultural notes
White Beard Shrine is associated with the mythological god Shirogami no Okami, revered for his role in ensuring a bountiful harvest. The shrine also hosts an annual Harvest Festival (Aki Matsuri), celebrating the changing of the seasons and the fertility of the land.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period (1603-1867), with records of a previous shrine dating back to the Nara era (710-794).