A–Z directory

柴山神社

Japanese Name柴山神社
Prefecture石川県
City加賀市
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari Okami
Coordinates36.3574036, 136.3784144

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Located in Adda, Ishikawa Prefecture, the Shibayama Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the god of rice and fertility. The shrine is renowned for its beautiful natural surroundings, with a scenic hiking trail that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors can explore the shrine's tranquil gardens and admire its traditional wooden structures.

Cultural Significance

The Shibayama Shrine is associated with the legend of Inari Okami's love for a young woman named Takaue. According to myth, the god took the form of a fox and traveled through the mountains to reach his beloved. The shrine's numerous fox statues, called 'Inarizuka,' are believed to be manifestations of this tale.

Enshrined Deities

Inari Okami

Location

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

For a unique visitor experience, try to visit the shrine at dawn or dusk when the golden light of sunrise or sunset casts a warm glow over the gardens.

History

Established in 1494 by the Maeda clan during the Muromachi period, the shrine was rebuilt several times due to fires and natural disasters.

A-Z Creatures
Learn Japanese

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Japan In Pixels

A pixel art map of Japanese culture — coming 2027

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play

Explore 297+ yōkai, oni, kami, and spirits — plus one of the largest English-language Shinto shrine directories on the web.

Explore
Popular Yokai
Popular Shrines

Content Warning: This website explores Japanese folklore and mythological beings—including yokai, oni, and other supernatural entities—that may be frightening to younger audiences or sensitive viewers. All material is presented for educational and cultural appreciation only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to preview content before sharing it with children. By continuing to use JapaneseMythicalCreatures.com, you acknowledge and accept this advisory.

Copyright © 2026 Japanese Mythical Creatures • All Rights Reserved.