2025.04.12

The all-powerful god who balances everything ~ Kinkomiya

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Kinkengu is an ancient shrine located in Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture, and is known as one of the oldest shrines in Hokuriku. This shrine, which is said to have been founded in 95 BC, has been one of the seven shrines of Hakusan with the Hakusan Higa Shrine as the main shrine of Hakusan and has been worshipped by the local people since ancient times. Kinkugu is not just a historical shrine, but a very special place that embodies the profound history of Hakusan worship and embodies the mandala's view of the universe.

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A journey to trace the origin of the belief in Kinkogu and Hakusan and the mystery of the mandala
- Chapter 1 – Hakusan City – A Land of Culture and Faith from Ancient Times

A journey to trace the origin of the belief in Kinkogu and Hakusan and the mystery of the mandala

Chapter 1 – Hakusan City – A Land of Culture and Faith from Ancient Times

Hakusan City, where Kinjagu is located, is an area rich in nature overlooking Mt. Hakusan. This area has a history of people living in this area since the Jomon period, and many ruins have been discovered as evidence.

The Funaokayama ruins, located in the vicinity of Funaokayama Ruins and Kinkogu Shrine, are the remains of a settlement in the middle of the Jomon period, and you can get a glimpse of the lifestyle of people about 4500~4300 years ago. Funaokayama, which is shaped like a boat face down, is said to be the place where the Hakusan Higa Shrine was once enshrined, and is an important place to explore the origin of the Hakusan faith. During the excavations, earthenware and stone tools were unearthed, which provide clues to the lifestyle and culture of the people at that time.

The ruins of buildings and pottery from the Heian period have been excavated from the ruins of Yokoeso in Yokoe-cho, Hakusan City, indicating that this area has functioned as a political and economic center since ancient times. It is thought that the manor was placed as a base for transporting rice produced in the Tetori River fan, and it can be seen that Hakusan City has played an important role since ancient times.

These ruins show that Hakusan City is not just a rural area, but a place where people's lives and culture have been alive and faith has been nurtured since ancient times.

Chapter 2 - Kinkogu Shrine - History and Shrine of Hokuriku's Oldest Shrine

Kinkugu Shrine boasts a long history as one of the oldest shrines in the Hokuriku region.

Celestial deity Tianjin Hikohiko Fire 瓊瓊杵尊 (あまつhiko ho no ni gi no mikoto): The main deity of the Golden Shrine is Tianjin Hikohiko Fire 瓊瓊杵尊. He is the grandson of Amaterasu, and in the myth of the advent of the Heavenly Grandson, he is said to have descended to the earth with an ear of rice. Therefore, it is revered as the god of fertility and the god of land management. The Golden Shrine, which enshrines the Son of Gourd, has been worshipped since ancient times as a guardian of the development of agriculture and people's lives in the region.

Founded in 95 BC: The Golden Palace is said to have been founded in 95 BC. This is even older than the time of Emperor Jimmu recorded in the Japan Shoki and Kojiki, and shows that the Kinkugu Palace occupies a very important position in the history of Japan. Since its founding, the temple has survived numerous wars and disasters and has spun its history with the support of the faith of the local people.

Chapter 3 - Hakusan Seven Shrines - The Center of Hakusan Worship

As one of the seven Hakusan shrines, with the Hakusan Higa Shrine as the main shrine of Hakusan Hongu, Kinkugu has played a central role in the Hakusan faith.

Hakusan Belief and Hakusan Belief are derived from nature worship, which worships Mt. Hakusan as a sacred mountain, and have developed in conjunction with mountain worship since ancient times. Hakusan is a sacred peak that straddles the three kingdoms of Kaga, Echizen, and Mino, and its magnificent nature has inspired people to be in awe and has been revered as a sacred place. On the summit of Mt. Hakusan sits the Hakusan Higa Shrine, which is the center of the Hakusan faith.
Hakusan Seven Shrines and Hakusan Seven Shrines are shrines scattered at the foot of Hakusan Mountain, and each of them has functioned as an important base for Hakusan worship. Visiting the Hakusan Seven Shrines is a journey to experience the history and culture of the Hakusan faith, and it will be an experience where you will feel the power and sacredness of nature. As one of the most important shrines among the seven shrines of Hakusan Mountain, Kinkugu Shrine attracts many worshippers.

Chapter 4 - The World of Mandalas - Mysterious Experiences Visiting the Precincts

The precincts of the Golden Shrine are uniquely arranged, and it is said that you can experience the world of the mandala.

Layout of the precincts of the shrine and the main shrine of the shrine are enshrined in the shrine of the Ryūgō Shrine, and the precincts are dotted with shrines such as Otosha, Ebisu, Kintohira, Jorokusha, Awashima Shrine, and Soul Shrine. Each of these shrines enshrines a different god and is said to bestow a variety of benefits. For example, Ebisu is worshipped as the god of prosperous business, and Kintohira is worshipped as the god of navigation safety.
Each of the components of the mandala represents the constituent elements of the mandala, and it is believed that by visiting all of them, you will become one with the energy of the mandala and lead to good luck. The mandala is a representation of the Buddhist view of the universe, with various deities and Buddhas arranged around the Buddha located in the center. By touring the precincts of the Golden Palace, you will be able to experience the world view of the mandala and feel the energy of the universe.

By visiting the temple grounds, you may be able to feel a connection with various gods and look inside yourself.

Chapter 5 ・ Eternal Forest, A Power Spot Full of Divine Energy

At the back of the Golden Palace, there is a sacred space called the "Eternal Forest".

Surrounded by dense forests and dense trees, the forest is filled with fresh air, and you will feel as if you have wandered into another world. Walking through the forest where the sunlight shines through the trees makes you feel cleansed and clean, and you can forget the hustle and bustle of everyday life and refresh yourself.
The qi of the universe is full of divine energy, which gives healing and peace to those who visit. When you open the glass door and go inside, you can feel the powerful spiritual power of the universe because it is said to be filled with qi. The Eternal Forest is truly the power spot of the Golden Palace, and it will bring good luck to those who visit.

Eternal Forest is a special place where you can forget the hustle and bustle of the city and become one with nature, refreshing your mind and body.

Chapter 6 - Visiting the Golden Shrine - A Mysterious Journey to Bring Good Luck

Kinkogu Shrine is a very rare shrine where you can experience a mandala that can only be seen in pictures in a three-dimensional space. The ancient history, the belief in Hakusan Mountain, the world view of the mandala, and the mysterious atmosphere woven by the eternal forest will fascinate visitors and give them a special experience.

Significance of Worship It is said that by visiting the Golden Shrine, you become one with the energy of the mandala and lead to good luck. In addition, by feeling the divine energy in the eternal forest, you will be able to refresh your mind and body and gain new vitality. The Golden Palace is not just a tourist attraction, but a sacred place that resonates deeply in the hearts of those who visit.

Kinkogu is a very fascinating shrine that blends history, culture, and spiritual energy. When you visit Hakusan City, Ishikawa Prefecture, be sure to visit the Golden Shrine and experience the mysterious space woven by the eternal history and mandalas. It will surely be an unforgettable memory.

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