Located in the mountains of Ishikawa Prefecture, White Mountain Shrine is a Shinto sanctuary dedicated to the deity Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style, with a wooden torii gate and tiled roof. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature several temples and shrines, as well as a museum showcasing the history of the White Mountain Shrine.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Omikami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Okinagano-no-kami, Sungkyong
- Coordinates
- 35.9799438, 136.5123499
Visitor tip
To fully experience the beauty of the shrine, visit during cherry blossom season and enjoy a stroll through the adjacent park.
Cultural notes
White Mountain Shrine is also home to the sacred Yari-Gashi stone monument, which marks the boundary between Shizuoka Prefecture and Ishikawa Prefecture. According to legend, this stone was brought to the shrine by a deity from Shizuoka Prefecture and is said to have healing properties.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the Edo period (1603-1867), during the rule of the Tokugawa shogunate.