Koganeyama Shrine (Kinkasan)

黄金山神社

/ Koganeyama Jinja

Admission
Free (ferry fee required)
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
See details
Hours
Seasonal ferry schedule

Overview

Located on the sacred island of Kinkasan, this shrine is associated with the first discovery of gold in Japan in 749 and is revered as a shrine for wealth and prosperity.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
750 [天平21年]

Located on the sacred island of Kinkasan off the coast of Miyagi. The name means 'Gold Mountain' as gold was discovered here in 749.

Enshrined Deities

Kanayamahiko
primary Deity
Kanayamahime
primary Deity

Blessings

Shrine Network

Independent independent

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

38.2950, 141.5680

Physical Address

5 Kinkasan, Ayukawahama, Ishinomaki, Miyagi

宮城県石巻市鮎川浜金華山5

Access

Ishinomaki Station (JR Senseki Line)

Hours

Seasonal ferry schedule

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 Koganeyama Shrine (Kinkasan)?

Located on the sacred island of Kinkasan, this shrine is associated with the first discovery of gold in Japan in 749 and is revered as a shrine for wealth and prosperity.

Where is Koganeyama Shrine (Kinkasan) located?

Koganeyama Shrine (Kinkasan) is located in Ishinomaki, Miyagi. The full address is: 5 Kinkasan, Ayukawahama, Ishinomaki, Miyagi.