Hakusan Shrine (Bunkyo)
白山神社
Tokyo · Bunkyo-ku
Hakusan Relationship Bonds
Hiraizumi Hakusan Shrine
白山神社（平泉）
/ Hakusan Jinja
Admission
Free (within Chusonji complex)
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
25 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Hakusan Shrine in Hiraizumi is located within the UNESCO World Heritage Chusonji temple complex. Its greatest treasure is Japan's oldest Noh stage, designated a National Treasure. The shrine reflects the syncretic religious culture of the Northern Fujiwara era.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1189
A shrine within the Chusonji temple complex in Hiraizumi. Its Noh stage is designated a National Treasure, the oldest Noh stage in Japan.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Blessings
Shrine Network
Hakusan branch
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
38.9876, 141.1147
Physical Address
173 Hiraizumi Koromogaseki, Hiraizumi, Iwate
岩手県西磐井郡平泉町平泉衣関173
Historical Province
Mutsu (Rikuchu)
Access
Hiraizumi Station (JR Tohoku Main Line)
25 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Bus
Bus to Chusonji area
Best Times to Visit
springautumn
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Hiraizumi Hakusan Shrine?
Hakusan Shrine in Hiraizumi is located within the UNESCO World Heritage Chusonji temple complex. Its greatest treasure is Japan's oldest Noh stage, designated a National Treasure. The shrine reflects the syncretic religious culture of the Northern Fujiwara era.
Where is Hiraizumi Hakusan Shrine located?
Hiraizumi Hakusan Shrine is located in Hiraizumi, Iwate. The full address is: 173 Hiraizumi Koromogaseki, Hiraizumi, Iwate.