thumbnail|Oyama-jinja
is a Shinto shrine in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, Japan.
The shrine was established in 1599, dedicated to Maeda Toshiie (the first lord of Kaga Domain), in Utatsu-yama (卯辰山), east of Kanazawa. It was moved to its present location in 1873 and renamed to Oyama-jinja. The main gate was constructed in 1875. This gate is a peculiar mix of traditional Japanese, Chinese, and European religious architectural elements. The gate is high including the lightning rod. The third floor is particular famous for its Dutch stained-glass windows. It is said that the third floor was also used as a lighthouse. The gate was designated an Important Cultural Property on May 13, 1935.
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External links
- Oyama Jinja Shrine Kanazawa City Tourism Association
- Oyama-jinja Shrine Ishikawa Prefecture Tourism League
- Oyama-Jinja Shrine Gate Kanazawa City Cultural Properties