Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Otokonushi Shrine
菟橋神社
/ Otokonushi Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
10 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Overview
Uhashi Shrine (菟橋神社), affectionately known locally as "Osuwasan," is one of the oldest shrines in Kaga Province, with traditional founding in 704 CE and clear documentary evidence in the 10th-century Engishiki, which lists it among eight Shikinaisha of Nomi District. Designated by Maeda Toshitsune in 1651 as the protective guardian of both Komatsu and Kanazawa castles, the shrine gained provincial significance during the Edo period. The poet Matsuo Basho visited during his famous Oku no Hosomichi journey in 1689, and the shrine today hosts celebrated spring and autumn festivals featuring traditional floats and children's kabuki.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
704
Traditional founding 704 CE; Engishiki Shikinaisha (Nomi District, Kaga); Matsuo Basho visited 1689.
704
Traditional founding year (Keiun 1).
927
Listed in the Engishiki as a Shikinaisha of Nomi District, Kaga Province.
1651
Maeda Toshitsune designates the shrine guardian of both Komatsu and Kanazawa castles; relocated to present Hamada site.
1689
Matsuo Basho visits during his Oku no Hosomichi journey; documented by companion Kawai Sora.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.4020, 136.4453
Physical Address
233 Hamada-machi, Komatsu-shi, Ishikawa
石川県小松市浜田町イ233
Historical Province
Kaga / Noto
Access
Komatsu Station (JR Hokuriku Line)
10 min walk
Hours
Dawn to dusk
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 Otokonushi Shrine?
Uhashi Shrine (菟橋神社), affectionately known locally as "Osuwasan," is one of the oldest shrines in Kaga Province, with traditional founding in 704 CE and clear documentary evidence in the 10th-century Engishiki, which lists it among eight Shikinaisha of Nomi District. Designated by Maeda Toshitsune in 1651 as the protective guardian of both Komatsu and Kanazawa castles, the shrine gained provincial significance during the Edo period. The poet Matsuo Basho visited during his famous Oku no Hosomichi journey in 1689, and the shrine today hosts celebrated spring and autumn festivals featuring traditional floats and children's kabuki.
Where is Otokonushi Shrine located?
Otokonushi Shrine is located in Komatsu-shi, Ishikawa. The full address is: 233 Hamada-machi, Komatsu-shi, Ishikawa.