White Mountain Shrine, located in Ishikawa Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Enma, also known as Ōenma or Ō-Enma, the ruler of the underworld in Japanese mythology. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese style, with a main hall, two smaller shrines, and several subsidiary buildings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Enma
- Kami enshrined
- Enma, Ōenma, Ō-Enma
- Coordinates
- 35.4675967, 136.6566874
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the evening to witness the sun's setting behind the shrine's main hall.
Cultural notes
In Japanese mythology, Enma is said to have created the universe and governs the afterlife. The shrine's design incorporates elements of Shinto cosmology, including a vermilion torii gate that symbolizes the connection between heaven and earth.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 757 AD during the Nara period.