Kintsu is a Shinto shrine located in Hyogo Prefecture, dedicated to the worship of Kinshachi, a regional kami believed to be the god of wealth and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major center of trade and commerce during the Edo period. Visitors can explore the shrine's beautiful gardens, torii gates, and traditional buildings, which showcase the unique blend of Shinto and Japanese Buddhist influences in the region.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kinshachi
- Kami enshrined
- Kinshachi, Regional kami of wealth and prosperity
- Coordinates
- 35.6552464, 134.6862333
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's spiritual energy, it is customary to purify your hands at the temizuya water basin before making an offering or performing a ritual.
Cultural notes
Kintsu is known for its association with Kinshachi, who is said to bring good fortune and prosperity to merchants and traders. The shrine also hosts a annual festival in May to celebrate the god's blessings.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the late Heian period (10th-12th centuries) as a major center of trade and commerce during the Edo period.