The Stone Gate Shrine, also known as Isezakigahara Grand Shrine, is a Shinto shrine located in Kanagawa Prefecture. Dedicated to the deity of the sea, Ishizaki-no-kami, the shrine is famous for its stone gate, which was built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE). The shrine is also known for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Ishizaki-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Ishizaki-no-kami, Inari, Hachiman
- Coordinates
- 35.4438763, 139.3033633
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the beauty of the gardens, visit at dawn or dusk when the light is soft and golden.
Cultural notes
Isezakigahara Grand Shrine is associated with the legend of the god of the sea, Ishizaki-no-kami, who was said to have been worshiped by fishermen and coastal communities. The shrine's stone gate is also believed to have healing properties, and visitors often come to pray for good health and prosperity.
Historical note
The shrine's current structure was built in 1847 during the Edo period (1603-1868 CE), but the site has been dedicated to Ishizaki-no-kami since ancient times.