Whitewashed wooden torii gate at the entrance of the shrine, surrounded by a tranquil pond reflecting the surrounding mountains. The shrine's interior features traditional Japanese architecture with sliding doors and paper walls adorned with vibrant Shinto motifs. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a beautiful garden and several temples dedicated to various regional kami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Haku-san-no-Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Haku-san-no-Okami, Other regional kami
- Coordinates
- 35.5210809, 136.7948334
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine early in the morning to witness the traditional purification ritual, where participants wash their hands and face with holy water before making an offering at the shrine.
Cultural notes
Whitewashed wooden torii gate is a distinctive feature of the shrine. The shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god of the mountain, Haku-san-no-Okami, as well as other regional kami such as the god of rice and fertility. During the Setubun festival in February, visitors can participate in a bean-throwing ceremony to purify themselves from evil spirits.
Historical note
Established in 757 AD during the Nara period as a branch shrine of the Katsuragi Shrine in Nara Prefecture, the current temple was rebuilt in 1592 during the Edo period.