Kamimasa Shrine, located in the town of Komatsu in Ishikawa Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of harvest and fertility, Kamimasa. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a distinctive honden and several smaller shrines. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful garden and the annual summer festival, where they can participate in traditional dances and play sake-fueled games.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kamimasa
- Kami enshrined
- Hakusan no Kami, Kami of the White Mountain
- Coordinates
- 35.4373025, 136.9436028
Visitor tip
For a more immersive experience, visit during the Obon Festival in August, when lanterns are lit throughout the garden to guide spirits back home.
Cultural notes
Kamimasa is believed to be responsible for ensuring bountiful harvests and protecting against natural disasters. The shrine's annual festival celebrates these themes with rituals and offerings made to the kami.
Historical note
Established in 1603 by Lord Katsuragi Masanaga.