[2025 Kanazawa Attraction] Travel Guide for Ishiura Shrine (Updated Jul)

One of Kanazawa's oldest shrines, Ishikura Shrine, is located in Honda-machi, Kanazawa City. Established during the Kofun period, it boasts a history of about 1,500 years. The main deity enshrined here is Ōmononushi no Ōkami (Ōkuninushi no Ōkami), making it famous for 'en-musubi' (matchmaking), attracting many visitors who pray for love and marriage. The shrine's architecture is majestic and intricate, with two imposing stone lions guarding the main hall and exquisite wood carvings inside. The shrine's chozuya (purification fountain) is adorned with seasonal flowers, adding a ceremonial touch to the visit. However, the highlight for children is undoubtedly the shrine's mascot, 'Kima-chan.' Kima-chan is an adorable rabbit wearing a traditional hat, beloved by visitors. My child was so excited to meet Kima-chan that they even brought their stuffed rabbit from home to Japan! Additionally, the shrine offers colorful polka-dot omamori (amulets) in various colors and designs, some featuring Kima-chan charms. These omamori are not only visually appealing but also serve various purposes, such as praying for safety, love, and wisdom.

I went to Ishiura Shrine in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ It is the oldest shrine in Kanazawa City and is popular as a power spot for matchmaking (ˊo̴̶̷̤ ̫ o̴̶̷̤ˋ)♡ There is a road lined with torii gates, and it is farther away than I thought, and there are many of them lined up.｡｡｡"8-(*o･ω･)o tek tek On the path of fortune-telling slips, the fortune-telling slips of worshippers are lined up in a row (〃艸〃)♡ There are plum trees planted, and the plum blossoms were in full bloom and beautifully blooming ٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶ 🏍Ishiura Shrine🏍 Address: 3-1-30 Hondamachi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture Prayer and worship: 9:00-16:00 #Domestic travel #Touring #Touring trip #Ishikawa #Ishikawa Prefecture #Ishikawa Trip #Ishikawa Tourism #Ishikawa Spots #Ishiura Shrine

#DomesticTravel Hello everyone! Today, as the second part of my Ishikawa Travel Diary, I would like to introduce Ishiura Shrine, located in Honda-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture! First of all, it's the way it looks! Lol It's so beautiful and attractive, isn't it? Lol I was walking towards Kenrokuen Garden, and there was a shrine that stood out in particular, and when I passed in front of it... There were many food stalls and colorful lantern-like decorations. This place is close to the center of Kanazawa, so it's easily accessible, and you can get there from the station using the Kanazawa Furatto Bus or the Town Bus!! It is also said to be the oldest shrine in Kanazawa City! #Kanazawa #AmazingView #Japan #WesternJapan #KanazawaTrip #IshiuraShrine

Ishiura Shrine, located near the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art in Kanazawa, is a power spot that brings good luck in finding a partner💕 It is the oldest shrine in Kanazawa city, and is said to bring good luck in making everything work out, so it is a popular place for many people to visit. The grounds are dotted with photogenic spots such as 101 torii gates, a flower water fountain, and a tunnel of fortune-telling slips. This shrine is recommended for girls' trips😊 Access: 3-1-30 Hondamachi, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture #Kanazawa #Shrine

Location: 3-1-30 Honda-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture A power spot that is said to bring good luck in matchmaking. Many girls come here to pray for success in love. There are also other benefits for women, such as safe childbirth, tying knots, safety in the home, and protection from evil. The charms of the mascot character "Kima-chan" wearing a black hat and the colorful goshuincho (stamped shrine book) are also very popular. #trip2022 #Ishikawa #Shrine

✓ Ishikura Shrine Ishikura Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Kanazawa, with a history spanning over a thousand years. The shrine is dedicated to the deity "Ōmononushi no Ōkami" and is renowned for its blessings in love and relationships. Many visitors come here specifically to pray for romance, as it is said to be highly effective in granting such wishes, attracting a large number of female visitors. In addition, the shrine's mascot "KIMA-CHAN," depicted wearing a traditional eboshi hat, is very popular for its adorable design. Omamori (amulets) and ema (wooden prayer plaques) featuring KIMA-CHAN's image are highly sought after and well-received for their stylish design. To reach Ishikura Shrine, take the "Kanazawa Loop Bus Right Route" from the East Exit of Kanazawa Station. The journey takes about 18 minutes. Get off at the Hirosaka/21st Century Museum stop, and the shrine is located right across from the museum.

Step into Ishikura Shrine, the oldest shrine in Kanazawa, and be captivated not only by its 101 red torii gates but also by its fascinating omikuji! What makes it special is the 'Kima-chan' omikuji, featuring KIMA the rabbit wearing a traditional eboshi hat. As the shrine's mascot, Kima-chan symbolizes good fortune and serves as a guardian of 'complete harmony.' You can also find this adorable character on polka-dot style amulets and ema plaques, making it a popular photo spot for modern travelers seeking connection. After drawing your omikuji, you can walk through the vine-like omikuji hanging scroll tunnel, where the visuals and the fragrant wooden torii gates create a romantic and emotional atmosphere. You can choose to take your omikuji home or tie it to the designated wall rack, allowing your wishes to mature over time. 📍Must-visit Spot: Ishikura Shrine (Omikuji hanging rack near the 101 torii gates, Shrine mascot merchandise)

The trip to Kanazawa was a very heart-warming town. You can also go to Shirakawago Village by car for about an hour and a half, and the natural scenery was so beautiful and beautiful. The hot springs and ryokan accommodations were fantastic, and above all, the special houses of Shirakawago caught my eye. I went in the summer this time, and the green feeling of the rice in the fields was beautiful, but I heard that the snow piled up in the winter is also beautiful, so I definitely plan to go see it next time. Kanazawa is beautiful with exhibits from the station, and the food is famous for the fish called Nodoguro, but it doesn't taste special, so I don't recommend it, but if you go to the market in Kanazawa City, you can taste fresh sashimi rice bowls for about 500 yen per rice bowl, which is relatively cheap! There are also many art galleries, so it's good to slowly look around and appreciate the works. Higashi Chaya Street is an old town made up of traditional wooden houses. There is a warm and famous house on the street where you can taste matcha, and I really liked the traditional Japanese bar where you can taste three kinds of sake made directly with Kanazawa rice! Kanazawa was healing for me I definitely want to go back #JapanTravel #OutdoorDate #Kanazawa #Kanazawa #Kanazawa21stCenturyMuseumofArt #Shirakawago

📅 **Itinerary (can be adjusted to your actual travel situation)** **Day 1–3: Tokyo Exploration** - Day 1: Arrive in Tokyo, stay at a hotel in Shinjuku/Ikebukuro, try "Ichiran Ramen" for dinner - Day 2: Sensoji Temple + Tokyo Skytree ➝ Shopping in Akihabara Electric Street at night - Day 3: Shopping in Takeshita Street + Omotesando in Harajuku ➝ Experience the nightlife in Kabukicho, Shinjuku at night **Day 4–6: A short trip to Tokyo's suburbs** - Day 4: One-day trip to Nikko (Toshogu Shrine, Kegon Falls) - Day 5: Kichijoji Temple + Inokashira Park ➝ Treasure hunting in Shimokitazawa at night - Day 6: Odaiba or Disneyland (choose to relax or stimulate mode) **Day 7–9: Nagoya City and Culture** - Day 7: Shinkansen to Nagoya, stay at a hotel near Sakae/Mei Station - Day 8: Nagoya Castle, Tokugawa Garden ➝ Enjoy eel rice (ひつまぶし) at night - Day 9: Legoland (suitable for families) or Toyota Memorial Museum/Nagoya City Science Museum **Day 10–12: Nagoya Surroundings Adventure** - Day 10: Inuyama Castle + Little Kyoto "Mino-cho" Old Street Stroll - Day 11: Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Day Trip (beautiful in all seasons) - Day 12: Atsuta Jingu Shrine + Nagoya Port Aquarium **Day 13–14: Return to Tokyo & Wrap-up** - Day 13: Return to Tokyo ➝ Free time/shopping (recommended Ginza or Ueno) - Day 14: Pack up for the return trip ✈️ --- 🏨 **Accommodation Recommendations** - **Tokyo**: OMO5 Tokyo Otsuka (sense of design + convenient transportation), Hotel Gracery Shinjuku (Godzilla room is super cool) - **Nagoya**: JR Gate Tower Hotel Nagoya (very convenient location), The Royal Park Canvas Nagoya --- 🍴 **Food recommendations (Tokyo & Nagoya selections)** - Tokyo: Fresh seafood donburi at Tsukiji Market, Gyukatsu in Shibuya, Asakusa fried skewers - Nagoya: Miso pork cutlet (Yabaton), chicken wings (World no Yama-chan), teppanyaki pasta --- 📌 **Practical Tips** - Suica / ICOCA card is a must, it is very convenient to take a bus - Japanese convenience stores are like a food paradise, the first choice for late-night snacks - It is hot in Japan in the summer, so please protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated, and keep warm and dry in the winter - You can consider buying a "JR Pass" or "Tokai Area Travel Package" to save on transportation costs

Kenrokuen, one of the three most famous gardens in Japan, integrates the six major landscapes of "grandness", "profundity", "human power", "ancientness", "spring" and "view". Whether it is spring cherry blossoms, summer greens, autumn maples or winter snow, each season is poetic✨ 🍂 The day I came was in the late autumn afternoon. The sun slanted on the moat and the ancient stone walls, and the eyes were full of canvases interwoven with golden and red leaves. 🪵 The pine branches are supported by wooden pillars. They are snow hangings prepared for snow in winter, showing the Japanese people's delicate respect for nature and gardening. 🌲 The lanterns in the garden add a quiet atmosphere after lighting, making people feel as if they have walked into the place where literati gathered in ancient times. 📸 Outside the garden, there are Kanazawa Castle Park, the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, and Omi-cho Market, which are very suitable for a one-day slow travel itinerary. 📍Attractions information Location: Kenrokuen Garden (Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture) Tickets: 320 yen for adults Transportation: Take a bus from Kanazawa Station for about 15 minutes Recommended time: afternoon to evening, feel the changes in light and shadow from sunlight to lighting 🌅 #TripMoment #日本旅行 #金泽 #肯六园 #北里旅行 #秋色 #日本式園雅思 #慢活日常 #注册六月酒店试睡者2025

⛩ [Ishikawa Prefecture, Kanazawa | Ishiura Shrine] More than 1400 years have passed. Beyond the small torii gate, there is a place where wishes come true. Near Kenrokuen, in a corner of the bustling tourist area, there is a shrine that quietly but surely gives off a presence. It is said to be the oldest shrine in Kanazawa──Ishiura Shrine. ⛩ The approach to the shrine lined with small white torii gates is not only photogenic and cute. With each step, you feel your heart calm down. A gentle time flows as if "each wish is granted." The enshrined deity is "Omononushi-no-Okami." A god who supports many wishes, such as matchmaking, protection from misfortune, and road safety. 🎀 The charms and votive plaques are colorful, and the shrine is as cute as a general store. Among the most popular items are the "Love Fortunes" and "Marriage Ema." You'll want to put your hands together in prayer to commemorate your trip and pray for a connection with your special someone! The grounds are small, but have a quiet, nostalgic atmosphere. It's a place of spiritual comfort where you can take a break during your trip to Kanazawa. ⸻ 📍 [Ishiura Shrine] 3-1-30 Honda-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture 🚃 About 15 minutes by bus from Kanazawa Station, about 3 minutes on foot from the "Kenrokuen-shita" bus stop 🕒 Free to visit (office 9:00-17:00) ⸻ 🔖 #IshiuraShrine #KanazawaPowerSpot #MatchmakingShrine #VisitingWhileTraveling #ToriiPhotoSpot #DiscoveryWithTRIP #DomesticTravel #CoupleTravel #CoupleTravel #SoloTravel #AbsolutelyFreeTravel##IshikawaTravel #Kanazawa #KanazawaTrip #KanazawaSightseeing ⸻ 📌 "Beyond the many torii gates, there is a place where wishes come true"── A small miracle shrine that perfectly fits such a phrase.

📍Ishiura Shrine 3-1-30 Honda-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture 《Access》 About 24 minutes on foot from Nomachi Station exit ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ The charms and stamp books lined up at the shrine office are also polka dotted and very cute💕And they are lined up in a row of colorful colors. The polka dot charms, which have the meaning of "settling in harmony", come in 45 colors for the general charms alone. There are other photogenic spots...I will introduce them in the next post. The 101 vermilion-painted torii gates are also popular! 101 is a number that represents "prosperity" worldwide and is 50m long. It is said that when seen from above, it looks like the character for "person." It is filled with the wish that people will cherish the connections between people. #Ishikawa #Kanazawa #Kanazawa sightseeing #Ishiura Shrine #Photogenic spot #Torii gate #Fortune slip #Hokuriku trip #Spring 0 yen trip

📍Ishiura Shrine 3-1-30 Honda-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa Access: 24 minutes on foot from Nomachi Station exit ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ Located opposite the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, It is also a popular Instagram spot The oldest shrine in Kanazawa A flower water basin decorated with various flowers A colorful and cute amulet. A heart-shaped stone... After praying, try your luck with the cute polka-dot fortune slip next to the offering box! Next to the main hall is a tunnel hung with polka-dot fortune slips This is also a photogenic spot #torii #ishikawa #kanazawa #kanazawa sightseeing #kanazawa sightseeing spots #ishiura shrine #photogenic spots #hokuriku travel #colorful #amulet #flower water fountain #zero yen spring trip

1. D.T. Suzuki Museum Address: 3-4-20 Hondamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0964 Highlight: The stunning view resembling an inverted Mt. Fuji 2. Ishiura Shrine Address: 3-1-30 Hondamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0964 Highlight: The torii gate with a sense of perspective 3. Go! Go! Curry Highlight: The incredibly delicious curry originating from Kanazawa 4. Hyatt Centric Kanazawa 4-star Hotel Address: 1-5-2 Hirooka, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0031 Highlight: Luxurious interior Almost directly connected to the station

It's about a 5-minute walk from Kenrokuen towards the Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. This shrine is located opposite the Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. Ishiura Shrine is the last shrine in Kanazawa. It enshrines the god of matchmaking and other deities. Within the grounds, there are 101 vermilion-painted torii gates lined up in a row, making it the "101 Torii." When you visit, be sure to go through them✨ The chozuya (purification fountain) is also cutely decorated, and there are also charms with the shrine's mascot character "Kima-chan" on them. 📍: Ishiura Shrine 🚎: Korinbo, Hirosaka, City Hall/21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Get off at Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art/Kenrokuen 🏳️: Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art (directly opposite) 🅿️: Available #FritabiWinter #Kanazawa #KanazawaTrip #KanazawaTourism #IshiuraShrine

#2024TravelReview Ishiura Shrine has a super cute mascot puppy priest It means everything goes well and everyone is happy! After entering the shrine, you can see the cute painted horse and long torii gate next to it. The most famous thing here besides the mascots is the colorful amulets (even the fortune sticks are in the same shape) There is a puppy priest on each amulet, and there are almost every color in black and white. Don't worry about not being able to choose what you like, just worry about buying too much🤣 The shrine is located opposite the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, which is very suitable for visiting together. 📍Address: 3 Chome-1-30 Hondamachi, Kanazawa, Ishikawa 920-0964 Japan #Kanazawa #Ishiura Shrine #Dog Priest #Dog Shrine #Colorful Amulet

Ishiura Shrine is located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture. This place is near Kenrokuen, one of the three great gardens in Japan, and the Kanazawa 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, a must-see tourist spot on any trip to Kanazawa. It is a power spot famous for its luck in matchmaking, and its history goes back to the Kofun period, making it known as the oldest shrine in Kanazawa. The first thing you'll notice when you enter the shrine grounds is the stately worship hall. The detailed wood carvings are also preserved in a delicate and elegant form, and a large piece of driftwood was placed right next to the worship hall. Also, unlike other shrines, the fortune-telling slips at Ishiura Shrine have a total of 17 levels of fortune listed! The odds of getting the top "Mifuku" (lucky, lucky, lucky) are... 1 in 3000...it's pure luck 😳 By the way, I got the 8th from the top "Chu Chu Kichi" 😅 Hmm...it's hard to say... It's a rare fortune slip, so many people seem to want to try their luck, because the fortune slip rack was packed with them, creating a "fortune slip trail"! It looks like a wisteria trellis in full bloom✨ The goshuin was written in bold characters as "Ishiura Shrine"🙂↕️ The grounds are also dotted with other interesting spots, such as 101 red torii gates commemorating the change of era to Reiwa, a nightlight tower, and a sacred pond📸 *The 101 red torii gates are arranged to look like the character for "person" when viewed from above, as the hope is that people will cherish the connections between people🤔 Personally, I was impressed by the "upside-down lion dog" and the stone steps in the shape of a "magatama" that look like they might start moving at any moment😌 -—————————————— [Access🚌] ①Take the "Castle Town Kanazawa Tour Bus" from JR Kanazawa Station, Get off at "Hirosaka (Ishiura Shrine)" ② Take the "Furatto Bus" (Zaimoku Route) from JR Kanazawa Station, Get off at "City Hall/21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art" [Shrine office reception hours🕰️] 9:00-16:00 -—————————————— #Autumn trip #Ishikawa Prefecture #Ishikawa trip #Kanazawa #Kanazawa trip #Autumn pilgrimage #Ishiura Shrine #Oldest shrine #Matchmaking #Shrine worship #Goshuin #Goshuin book #Goshuin tour #Shrine and temple tour #Camera trip #Single-lens reflex camera #canoneosskissx9i #Tour of history #Places where you can feel history #Power spot #I love traveling #Travel record #Temple and shrine record #Cut-out world #Traveling Japan #Where should I go next? #japan #japantravel #Domestic travel record

#FuriTabi Ishiura Shrine, located right next to Kenrokuen Garden⛩, has a very cute and lovely water basin✨I often see water basins with hydrangeas and other flowers, but this one is actually roses😳💗I was surprised at how gorgeous it is! There are stalls set up, and there are places with many torii gates lined up, so it's fun just to look around🥰It's also close to major tourist spots such as Kenrokuen Garden and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, so it's recommended to just drop in❤️ 📍Spot introduction━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━Location: Ishiura ShrineAccess: 3-1-30 Hondamachi, Kanazawa CityCharacteristics: Power spot #Ishiura Shrine #Kanazawa Trip #Power Spot

📍Ishiura Shrine, Ishikawa Ishiura Shrine is the oldest shrine in Kanazawa City, surrounded by the tourist attractions of Kanazawa, including Kenrokuen Garden, Kanazawa Castle Park, and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa. Many people visit the shrine hoping for success in love, as it is home to the god of matchmaking. There is also a god of safe childbirth, so it is popular among women. We bought a charm to imitate the luck in love. There were also many cute charms and goshuincho (stamp books) with polka dots that tickle the hearts of girls. There were a huge variety of charm colors. There were also fortune slips. There were 17 types! It was the fifth Dai-dai-naka from the top 💌. It was a small shrine with many torii gates lined up and a path with votive plaques and wind chimes, but it was a shrine with a lot to see ⛩️ The character of this shrine is called Kima-chan ♡. Add some excitement to your daily life: 🌙 📍Ishiura Shrine, Ishikawa📮 3-1-30 Honda-cho, Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture #Domestic travel #Ishikawa trip #Ishikawa #Kanazawa #Kanazawa sightseeing #Kanazawa trip #Shrine #Date spot

#cherryblossom2024 Just returned from a wonderful spring vacation in Kanazawa, Japan, where I had the pleasure of visiting the Ishiura Shrine, and let me tell you, it was a serene oasis amidst the hustle and bustle of the city! ⛩️🌸 The best part? No entrance fee required! It's a hidden gem tucked away in a quiet neighborhood, offering a peaceful escape from the crowds. As I approached the shrine's torii gate, I immediately felt a sense of tranquility wash over me. The lush greenery and the sound of trickling water from the nearby stream created a soothing atmosphere that was perfect for quiet contemplation. 🌿💧 Walking through the shrine grounds, I marveled at the beauty of the traditional Japanese architecture and the intricate details of the wooden structures. The main hall, with its distinctive curved roof and ornate carvings, was a sight to behold. 🏯✨ One of the highlights of my visit was taking part in a traditional prayer ritual at the shrine. With a small offering of coins and a respectful bow, I paid my respects to the kami (spirits) believed to inhabit the shrine, hoping for blessings of health and happiness. 🙏⛩️ After my visit to Ishiura Shrine, I decided to explore some nearby attractions. Just a short walk away, I found the Higashi Chaya District, a historic neighborhood known for its beautifully preserved tea houses and traditional atmosphere. 🍵🏮 I also made sure to visit Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan's most stunning landscaped gardens, where I admired the beauty of cherry blossoms in full bloom. 🌸🏞️ In between sightseeing, I stopped by a local cafe to savor some matcha-flavored treats and reflect on the tranquility of Ishiura Shrine. It was a moment of pure bliss that I'll cherish for years to come. 🍵🍡 Overall, my visit to Ishiura Shrine was a highlight of my trip to Kanazawa, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life and a chance to connect with Japan's rich spiritual heritage. 🇯🇵⛩️ #IshiuraShrine #Kanazawa #JapaneseCulture #SpiritualRetreat #JapanTravel 🌸✨

Ishiura Shrine in Kanazawa It's near Kenrokuen and the 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art. I love shrines, so I stopped by and bought some cute fortune slips and cute charms. #Kanazawa #KanazawaTrip #KanazawaTourism #Shrines &Temples It was a small shrine, but it was pretty good.