Kanazawa Shrine, Shinto shrine in Kanazawa, Japan.
The Kanazawa Shrine displays traditional Japanese architectural elements with bronze cows positioned at the entrance and plum trees throughout the grounds.
Maeda Harunaga established this shrine in 1794 during the Edo period, marking a significant addition to the religious structures of Kanazawa.
This Tenman-gū shrine honors Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning and scholarship, making it a destination for students seeking academic success.
The shrine maintains regular opening hours and visitors can access it through multiple public transportation options from central Kanazawa station.
Bronze cows at the shrine entrance exhibit polished areas where countless visitors have touched them while making wishes for academic achievement.
Location: Kanazawa
Inception: 1794
Founders: Maeda Harunaga
Address: 石川県金沢市兼六町1-3
Website: https://kanazawa-jj.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 36.56046,136.66287
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:37
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