Hiraizumi Hakusan Shrine
白山神社（平泉）
Iwate · Hiraizumi
Hakusan Reconciliation
Meishin-taisha
Ichinomiya (Kaga Province)
Shirayama Hime Shrine
白山比咩神社
/ Shirayama Hime Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 yen
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours (shrine office: 9:00-16:00)
Overview
Shirayama Hime Shrine is the head of the Hakusan shrine network spanning over 2,000 locations across Japan. Located at the foot of Mount Hakusan, one of Japan's three sacred mountains alongside Mount Fuji and Mount Tateyama, the shrine venerates Kukurihime-no-Kami as its principal deity. Kukurihime is celebrated as a mediator between Izanagi and Izanami, making the shrine a renowned destination for prayers related to harmonious relationships and matchmaking. The mountain worship tradition at Hakusan was formalized in 717 when the Buddhist monk Taicho ascended the peak and experienced a divine vision. This event established the syncretic tradition of Hakusan worship that blended Shinto and Buddhist elements for centuries.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
-91 [Reign of Emperor Suinin (traditional)]
Head shrine of over 2,000 Hakusan shrines nationwide. Mount Hakusan, one of Japan's three sacred mountains, is venerated as the shrine's divine body.
717📜According to tradition
The monk Taicho opened Mount Hakusan for worship, establishing the mountain pilgrimage tradition
Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Goddess of White Mountain (Hakusan), water, agriculture, and the resolution of conflicts
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Blessings
Shrine Network
Hakusan Head shrine (souhonsha)
Did You Know?
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Kukurihime-no-Kami is mentioned in the Nihon Shoki as mediating between Izanagi and Izanami at the border of the underworld, which is the basis for matchmaking blessings.
Source: documented
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The shrine conducts ritual purification (misogi) experiences in the Tedori River for visitors.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
36.3903, 136.5783
Physical Address
Ni-105-1 Sannomiya-machi, Hakusan-shi, Ishikawa
石川県白山市三宮町ニ105-1
Access
Tsurugi Station (Hokuriku Railway)
Hours
24 hours (shrine office: 9:00-16:00)
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 Shirayama Hime Shrine?
Shirayama Hime Shrine is the head of the Hakusan shrine network spanning over 2,000 locations across Japan. Located at the foot of Mount Hakusan, one of Japan's three sacred mountains alongside Mount Fuji and Mount Tateyama, the shrine venerates Kukurihime-no-Kami as its principal deity. Kukurihime is celebrated as a mediator between Izanagi and Izanami, making the shrine a renowned destination for prayers related to harmonious relationships and matchmaking. The mountain worship tradition at Hakusan was formalized in 717 when the Buddhist monk Taicho ascended the peak and experienced a divine vision. This event established the syncretic tradition of Hakusan worship that blended Shinto and Buddhist elements for centuries.
Where is Shirayama Hime Shrine located?
Shirayama Hime Shrine is located in Hakusan-shi, Ishikawa. The full address is: Ni-105-1 Sannomiya-machi, Hakusan-shi, Ishikawa.
What deities are enshrined at Shirayama Hime Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Shirayamahime no Kami, Izanagi no Mikoto, Izanami no Mikoto.
What blessings can you pray for at Shirayama Hime Shrine?
Shirayama Hime Shrine is known for: Matchmaking, Safe Childbirth, Harmonious Relationships.
How do I get to Shirayama Hime Shrine?
The nearest station is Tsurugi Station (Hokuriku Railway). Bus from Tsurugi Station, about 30 minutes