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高坂白鬚神社

Japanese Name高坂白鬚神社
Prefecture石川県
City能美市
ReligionShinto
Official SiteVisit website →
Coordinates36.4396022, 136.4522525

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About this Shrine

Highsaka-White Beard Shrine, located in the city of Echuzenjo, Ishikawa Prefecture, is a lesser-known Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of agriculture and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Echizen region style, with a distinctive tiled roof and a serene garden. Highsaka-White Beard Shrine is believed to have been established during the Heian period, although its exact founding date is unknown. The shrine's name likely refers to the white beard of a local god or deity associated with agriculture.

Cultural Significance

Highsaka-White Beard Shrine is associated with the mythological figure of a White-Bearded kami, believed to be a powerful deity who ensured the fertility of the land and the success of crops. The shrine's garden features various types of Japanese herbs and plants, which are used in traditional Shinto rituals.

Enshrined Deities

Highsaka White Beard

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Visit the shrine during the annual Echizen Festival in May to experience traditional music and dance performances, as well as to enjoy a delicious local dish called 'kawara-don,' a type of donburi bowl topped with rice, miso soup, and various toppings.

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