清瀬神社 is a Shinto shrine located in Ishikawa Prefecture, dedicated to the deity of water and fertility, particularly revered by fishermen and farmers. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major stop on the Edo period's Hakone Highway, which connected Tokyo to Kanazawa.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Uke Mochi
- Kami enshrined
- Uke Mochi
- Coordinates
- 35.5401484, 136.8252159
Visitor tip
Visitors can make a wish at the shrine's water edge by throwing coins into the temizuya (water basin), which is believed to bring good fortune.
Cultural notes
As a kami enshrined deity of water, 清瀬神社 is closely associated with the mythology of the Japanese god Ryujin, who was revered as the patron of fishermen and sailors. The shrine also hosts an annual summer festival celebrating the god's power over the sea.
Historical note
Established in 1546 during the Sengoku period, 清瀬神社 was rebuilt several times due to natural disasters and wars.