Beautiful shrine! Worth a visit!

Oyama shrine has this special gate that posses an amalgamation of the Dutch-European and Japanese architectural style. There is a very nice strolling garden with ponds and bridges near the shrine, which is said to represents harps and lutes.

Another of the tourist destinations in Kanazawa, just next to one of the castle exits (which we couldn’t find our way because some roads in the castle were closed because of the recent earthquake damages). It was empty and it’s nice to see it’s different, western-style gate.

It's quite small compared to the other ones from big cities. However, i found it fits perfectly to the city. It's stunning in the evening light, has an interesting designed gate opposite, which was also a scene in an anime. The garden gave a tranquil vibe with well placed japanese trees, the bridge and the pond with colorful koi fishes. I went there in an evening, not many tourists and the best light shining on the shrine. Recommended. At the end you could go over to the castle side with the bridge.

One of my favourite shrine, definitely a must-visit. They also so handwritten goushin, so make sure to grab one.

This shrine has a small but gorgeous garden beside it, with stepping stones and a stone bridge. There's a fountain for purifying your hands, a gift shop, and of course the main shrine for prayer. Well worth a quick stop!

Nice place. Good combination Japanese gate with western glass at top.

Within walkable distance from Omicho market. We walked from Omicho market via small backstreets, and entered Oyama Shrine via their side entrance. I like the pond in the shrine grounds... it gives a very zen and peaceful vibe.

We accidentally stumbled upon the shrine while on a walk. Unfortunately the front of the shrine was under construction so quite a big mess and lot of noise. It was still very beautiful with the small pond and such, so great place to pass by and give a prayer while on a city stroll :))

After going to Kanazawa castle and one of the exhibits referencing it we made a point to stop when we were out. It was very beautiful with many interesting features. I think we spent about an hour sitting and wandering even though the space is small there were lots of angles to appreciate.

Nice little shrine on the same path of Kanazawa Castle. Worth a detour. A bit crowdy on the weekend.but could have some surprise ceremony happening..

A great little shrine in the center of Kanazawa directly next to the castle part. More notable than the shrine was the lovely water features on the grounds. Quite a nice place to spend some time.

Lovely shrine in Kanazawa near Kanazawa Castle. There's lots of cool things around the shrine too, statues, a pond, etc.

This place is so magical, especially at dusk. There is a lovely shrine and a beautiful Japanese garden with stepping stones, a small bridge and big fish in the pond. I sat here for some time and it was very peaceful and tranquil. Highly recommend coming to visit.

Came to buy the daruma ema and realized this shrine is so nice and peaceful with a beautiful garden, really nice to sit around and enjoy the atmosphere.

Such a unique shrine and garden area. And we were lucky to visit during the 150th anniversary of the very unique gate. Also picked up a gorgeous Temple passport stamp for my book.

I have been to Kanazawa Castle many times but I somehow have never been to this shrine despite it being fairly close by. I am so glad that I finally visited. The shrine's facade has very interesting architecture, and the pond inside is just lovely. The area around the shrine also has a few cute cafes, so it looks like a nice place to spend an afternoon.

Pretty ginger with lots of people taking pictures and also exploring the area. The area is made up of a dirt and rock path and a water lake with a connected wood or rock bridge. There are sakura trees that are blossoming and very pretty. They are either red of white and look like a sakura tree but are not. On top of the water there are some bridges that lead to the other sides but some of the bridges are closed off due to most likely other customers who fell off because of their stupidity. Now the bridge is closed off for everyone but it is still very easy to fall off if you just make one missed foot. Chilling before walking on the bridge is recommended so you don’t fall off because that will be very bad.

An interesting shrine I found on my way to Nagamachi Samurai District. I do recommend any tourists out there to check here out if you are passing nearby.

Very nice place for a stroll from the main city and near Kenrokuen park. Nice view inside

Came here for New Year’s countdown on my trip in Kanazawa. Very beautiful in the winter.

Nice place. Quiet, and of course you can pray and receive fortunes or talismans for protection. The structures have a lot of detail, so look up at them. Enjoy the quiet pond too, but be careful of the mosquitoes!

Built in 1599, Oyama Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan. The main gate was constructed in 1875 and incorporated Japanese, Chinese and European religious architectural elements. The Dutch stained-glass windows on the third floor are especially unique. Free admission and has a beautiful Japanese garden.