Gold Buddha Shrine, located in Akita Prefecture, is dedicated to the worship of Kinro-sai, a kami associated with gold and wealth. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a vermilion gate and a tiled roof. Inside the shrine complex, visitors can find several buildings used for various Shinto rituals and ceremonies.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kinro-sai
- Kami enshrined
- Kinro-sai
- Coordinates
- 39.7088136, 140.1085479
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine during Kinro-sai, a festival honoring gold and wealth, typically held on January 5th.
Cultural notes
Kinro-sai is also associated with good fortune and prosperity. Visitors may observe rituals involving offerings to Kinro-sai at the shrine's treasure room, which houses valuable items such as gold-leaf sculptures and intricately carved wooden statues.
Historical note
The shrine was originally founded in the Nara period (710-794 CE), but its current structure dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867 CE).