Overview
Kinken-gu is a Shinto shrine in the Hizume district of Tsurugi in Hakusan, Ishikawa. Also called Kinken-jinja, Kinken-myojin, or Tsurugi-myojin, it once held the rank of prefectural shrine. Counted among the Hakusan Shichisha, the seven shrines linked to worship of the sacred Mount Hakusan, it is cherished as an old shrine watching over the town of Tsurugi.
Highlights
- ●Standing and faith history as one of the Hakusan Shichisha
- ●The dignified air of an old shrine once ranked as prefectural
- ●A local guardian shrine that has walked alongside Tsurugi town
- ●The story of the land tied to the names Kinken and Tsurugi
History
Kinken-gu has been venerated within the broad tradition of Mount Hakusan worship and is placed among the prestigious Hakusan Shichisha group of seven shrines. It formerly ranked as a prefectural shrine and has been handed down under alternate names such as Kinken-myojin and Tsurugi-myojin. Enshrined in Tsurugi, it has long been revered as one of the centers of local faith.
Access
The shrine stands in Hizume-machi, Tsurugi, in the city of Hakusan, Ishikawa, in the area toward the foot of Mount Hakusan. For worship hours and parking, please check official information.
Best season
The fresh green of early summer and the clear air of autumn make comfortable seasons for a visit. As one shrine on a journey through the Hakusan Shichisha, savoring the seasonal quiet is recommended. In winter, come prepared for snow.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Stroll the town of Tsurugi and visit Kinken-gu
- 2Spend unhurried time in the precincts to feel the Hakusan tradition
- 3Extend to nearby shrines and temples of the Hakusan Shichisha
- 4Enjoy the townscape and nature at the foot of Mount Hakusan
Did you know?
💡 Being counted among the Hakusan Shichisha speaks to the shrine's ancient origins and standing. The names Kinken and Tsurugi echo the word for a sword, resonating with the place name Tsurugi itself.
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