Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Betsusha
Oyama Shrine (Kanazawa)
尾山神社
/ Oyama Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Access
15 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Overview
Oyama Jinja in Kanazawa enshrines Lord Maeda Toshiie (1538–1599), the founder of the Kaga Domain and ancestor of the Maeda clan that ruled the region for three centuries. Built in 1599, the shrine is famous for its unique three-story Shinmon gate (1875), which blends Japanese, Dutch, and Gothic architectural elements and was used as a lighthouse to guide ships into Kanazawa port. The gate is designated a National Important Cultural Property.
History
Founding
📄
Documented
1599 Source: Founded in Meiji 6
1599
Founded by the Maeda clan to enshrine their ancestor, Lord Toshiie, shortly after his death.
1875
The iconic Shinmon gate constructed, blending Japanese, Dutch, and Gothic design; also served as a lighthouse.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Sengoku-era general (1538–1599) who founded the Kaga (Kanazawa) domain; one of Toyotomi Hideyoshi's senior retainers
Blessings
Shrine Network
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.5614, 136.6564
Physical Address
11-1 Oyama-cho, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa
石川県金沢市尾山町11-1
Historical Province
Kaga / Noto
Access
Kanazawa Station (JR Hokuriku Line)
15 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Foreign Language Support
English (pamphlet)
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 Oyama Shrine (Kanazawa)?
Oyama Jinja in Kanazawa enshrines Lord Maeda Toshiie (1538–1599), the founder of the Kaga Domain and ancestor of the Maeda clan that ruled the region for three centuries. Built in 1599, the shrine is famous for its unique three-story Shinmon gate (1875), which blends Japanese, Dutch, and Gothic architectural elements and was used as a lighthouse to guide ships into Kanazawa port. The gate is designated a National Important Cultural Property.
Where is Oyama Shrine (Kanazawa) located?
Oyama Shrine (Kanazawa) is located in Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa. The full address is: 11-1 Oyama-cho, Kanazawa-shi, Ishikawa.