Located in the Echizen Province of Japan, White Stone Shrine is a historic Shinto site dedicated to the kami Utsutsuji-no-kami. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a main hall and several smaller shrines. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a pond and walking paths surrounded by moss-covered rocks. A festival honoring Utsutsuji-no-kami is held annually on July 22nd.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Utsutsuji-no-kami
- Kami enshrined
- Utsutsuji-no-kami
- Coordinates
- 35.4465854, 135.791441
Visitor tip
To enhance your visit, try walking clockwise around the shrine grounds to ensure good fortune, as Utsutsuji-no-kami is believed to be honored by taking this path.
Cultural notes
Utsutsuji-no-kami is a kami associated with safe passage and guidance. The shrine's pond is said to have healing properties, making it a popular spot for locals seeking spiritual rejuvenation.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built during the Edo period in the 17th century but has undergone several renovations over the centuries.