A Shrine with Rare Stained Glass in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture

Located next to Kanazawa Castle, Oyama Shrine is a unique shrine in Japan that features stained glass! This beautiful shrine seamlessly blends Western and Japanese architectural styles.

The shrine gate, adorned with stained glass, is registered as an Important Cultural Property of Japan.

The shrine is dedicated to Toshiie Maeda and his wife Omatsu, and is believed to bring blessings for family safety and marital harmony.

You can receive a goshuin (shrine seal) for 500 yen.

💰 Price per person: Free
🕰️ Hours: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
🅿️ Free parking available for visitors
📍 Location: 11-1 Oyama-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture
🌟 Connected to Kanazawa Castle's Nezumitamon Gate by a bridge! Visiting both together is highly recommended!

Post by 世界に羽ばたく妄想中 | Jun 1, 2025