Overview
Nakamura Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Nakamura-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. It enshrines four deities: Takemikazuchi, Futsunushi, Ame-no-Koyane, and Hime-no-Okami. Close to central Kanazawa, it is a quiet local shrine that is easy to visit.
Highlights
- ●Main hall enshrining four deities
- ●Calm sacred grove of Nakamura-cho
- ●Quiet precinct rooted in the community
- ●Easy access from central Kanazawa
History
The shrine venerates four deities, Takemikazuchi, Futsunushi, Ame-no-Koyane, and Hime-no-Okami, gods long held in reverence. Situated in Nakamura-cho, Kanazawa, it continues to carry the faith of the local community to this day.
Access
The shrine is located in Nakamura-cho, Kanazawa City, within the urban area of Kanazawa. For specific routes and parking, please check maps and official information.
Best season
Spring to early summer, when the precinct is wrapped in greenery, and the New Year period for hatsumode both suit a quiet visit.
Map
36.5613, 136.6445 · Wikidata
Suggested itinerary
- 1Head from central Kanazawa to Nakamura-cho
- 2Pass through the torii into the precinct
- 3Offer prayers at the main hall
- 4Stroll the quiet grove and surroundings
Did you know?
💡 Two of the enshrined deities, Takemikazuchi and Futsunushi, are both known as gods of martial valor.
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