Gokayu Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Hakusan, Ishikawa Prefecture, which was once an important stopover on the old Hokuriku Route. The name Gokayu roughly translates to '5-leafed hall', possibly referring to its five-tiered pagoda or the number of leaves on the trees surrounding the shrine.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Goro-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Goro-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 36.4416117, 136.4843501
Visitor tip
Visitors can purchase a special ticket that allows them to pass through a forested tunnel leading up to the shrine's main hall, offering a serene and peaceful approach.
Cultural notes
Gokayu Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god Goro- no-kami, a kami associated with longevity, prosperity, and fertility. The shrine is also famous for its beautiful autumn foliage, attracting many visitors during the fall season.
Historical note
The shrine was first built in the 7th century during the Asuka period, with significant renovations made in the 9th century.