Located in the town of Koka, Shiga Prefecture, White Heron Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Fujin, the wind god. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a hondo (main hall) and a haiden (outer shrine). Visitors can walk through the serene gardens and admire the beautiful cherry blossoms during spring.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Fujin
- Kami enshrined
- Fujin, Himiko, Tenjin, Shinto no kami
- Coordinates
- 35.0697975, 136.270218
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, consider visiting during the spring festival (May) when cherry blossoms bloom.
Cultural notes
Fujin is associated with the wind and is often depicted as a powerful figure. The shrine is also known for its unique garden design, which incorporates natural elements such as rocks and water features.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1592 by Hatakeyama Shigemasa, who served as the daimyo of Koka Domain.