Located in the city of Kanazawa, Sarsubo Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Hachiman, the god of war and protector of the town. The shrine's name, Sarsubo, literally means 'long nose' or 'dull nose', which may be a reference to Hachiman's long nose according to legend. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style of the Heian period, with a main hall and several smaller shrines.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman
- Coordinates
- 35.7982262, 137.2337652
Visitor tip
To get the most out of your visit to Sarsubo Shrine, try to attend the annual Hachiman Matsuri festival, which takes place in May and features traditional performances, food stalls, and games.
Cultural notes
Sarsubo Shrine is known for its association with Hachiman, who is also revered as the patron deity of travelers and merchants. Visitors can make a wish at the shrine's torii gate by tying a ribbon or paper crane to the gatepost.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in the 8th century but has undergone many renovations and expansions throughout its history.