White Mountain Shrine, located in the Aoba-ku district of Sendai City, is dedicated to the Shinto god of thunder, Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major stop on the route from Edo (modern-day Tokyo) to Yamagata, with a style blending traditional Heian-period designs with Kamakura-period influences.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Susanoo
- Kami enshrined
- Susanoo, Tsukuyomi, Amaterasu
- Coordinates
- 38.4632813, 140.817726
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's tranquility, visit at dawn or dusk when possible, and take a stroll around the beautiful gardens to appreciate the serene atmosphere.
Cultural notes
Susanoo-no-Mikoto is also revered as the kami of storms, lightning, and fertility. The shrine celebrates the Shinto New Year (Oshogatsu) with special prayers and rituals dedicated to this powerful deity.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 718 CE, during the Nara period.