Located in the town of Obasacawa, Nagano Prefecture, Inaba Kasuga Jinja is a small Shinto shrine dedicated to the deities of agriculture and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, with a distinctive thatched roof and torii gate. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which include a sacred spring and several shrines for various kami.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari, Kamado no Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Kamado no Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To make an offering at the shrine's main torii gate, visitors can purchase a packet of sake and mochi from the nearby convenience store and follow the instructions provided by the shrine staff.
文化的背景
Inaba Kasuga Jinja is known for its connection to the rice goddess, Inari Okami, as well as the Shinto deity of agriculture, Kamado no Okami. The shrine also hosts a annual autumn festival, called the 'Kasuga Matsuri', which features traditional performances and food stalls.
歴史
The shrine was established in the Heian period (794-1185 CE), during the reign of Emperor Shirakawa.