Located in the city of Saitama, just north of Tokyo, 甲大神社 (Oota Daimon Shrine) is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god Inari, known as Ō-no-Miya Inari in Japanese. As one of the most important shrines for rice and sake production, Outa Daimon Shrine attracts numerous pilgrims seeking blessings from the kami. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance, with a beautiful torii gate and several temples and halls.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari
- 座標
- 35.711767, 139.919057
参拝のヒント
To avoid long lines, visit Outa Daimon Shrine early in the morning or late in the evening.
文化的背景
Ō-no-Miya Inari is also the tutelary deity of sake breweries and rice fields. The shrine's festivals, including the Ota Festival, honor the god's role in agriculture.
歴史
The shrine was established in 718 during the Nara period.