Stone Bridge Shrine, dedicated to the god of prosperity and good fortune, is located in the heart of Aomori City. This historic Shinto shrine, built on the site where a stone bridge once stood, offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the Sea of Japan. Built during the Edo period (1603-1867), the shrine's architecture reflects the traditional style of the time, with a rectangular main hall and a small torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Oyama Inari, Shiroi Inari
- Coordinates
- 40.4928356, 141.5263422
Visitor tip
Try some fresh seafood from the nearby market to enjoy with your shrine offerings.
Cultural notes
The shrine is known for its unique festival, the Aomori Summer Festival, which takes place in July. During this time, locals offer food and drink to the kami, asking for prosperity and good fortune. The shrine is also famous for its beautiful autumn foliage, attracting many visitors during the fall season.
Historical note
Founded in 1615, during the Edo period, on the site of a former stone bridge.