You won’t need to venture far from Fukui station to visit one of the most significant shrines in Japan. Keya Kurotatsu Shrine has a rich history and is a popular power spot in Fukui Prefecture today. Many visit to pray for success in business, ward off evil spirits and enjoy special events.
Going through a turning point or time of transition? Many believe that, through prayer, a visit to Keya Kurotatsu Shrine can bring wisdom and comfort during those pivotal life moments.
The Legend of Kuzuryu
To understand the history of Keya Kurotatsu Shrine, one must first look towards another spiritually significant location nearby — the lush, moss-covered forest in the city of Katsuyama. This is where you’ll find Fukui’s beloved Heisenji Hakusan Shrine.
Once the largest religious settlement in Japan, it was originally founded as a Buddhist temple in 717. According to legend, during the latter half of the 9th century, the monks of Heisenji witnessed an incarnation of the sacred Mount Hakusan.
When they placed a statue of this incarnation in the river, Kuzuryu, the nine-headed dragon, appeared and accepted it as an offering. After he carried the effigy of Mount Hakusan downriver, the waters became known as the Kuzuryu River. With this added significance, a shrine was dedicated to protecting the river.
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