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Check out the “Gate of God”, an important cultural heritage.
Built in 1873 by individuals from the former Kaga domain, this shrine worships the Kaga domain, and Lord Toshiie Maeda. It is well known for the “Kami-Mon” (Gate of God) created with various architectural styles from around the world. At the very top, is a piece of glass that reflects the light of a sacred lantern to the town of Kanazawa. It also acted as a lighthouse for ships traveling through the Japan Sea.
Going through the gates, one can witness the Main Pavilion, built in an Irimoya architectural style. In each room, there is a highly saturated drawing of Udonge flowers, and Ranma’s sculpted with flower designs. At the end of the pavilion, one can enter a Nagare-Zukuri style pavilion. To the right, is a uniquely designed brick fence with another tree design.
Inside the shrine grounds, a beautiful garden shaped like ancient instruments can be found. This pays tribute to the first lord, Toshinaga Maeda, to the 17th, Seishitsu (worshiped in the Kanaya Shrine). The East Kami-Mon brought from the old Kanazawa castle. One can also view the statues of Lord Toshinaga Maeda, and his wife, Matsu Maeda.
The Kami-Mon, known for its uniqueness.
Praying pavilion created in an Irimoya style.
Statue of Toshinaga Maeda. Image provided by Kanazawa City
Statue of Matsu Maeda. Image provided by Kanazawa City
The gate lights up. Image provided by Kanazawa City
