Benshozuka Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, dedicated to the worship of Inari Okami, the kami of rice and industry. The shrine's architecture reflects its origins as a humble shrub-shaped torii gate erected by fishermen on a hill overlooking the sea. Over time, the shrine has expanded to include several buildings, including a two-story wooden hall, a five-story pagoda, and several smaller structures. Today, visitors can experience traditional Shinto rituals and festivals at the shrine, which is particularly famous for its fox statues and sake breweries.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Okami
- 座標
- 36.24153, 139.4431937
参拝のヒント
For those interested in sake, be sure to stop by the shrine's brewery, where you can sample a variety of local brews.
文化的背景
Benshozuka Inari Shrine is known for its association with the 'tsukumogami,' or fox spirits that are believed to inhabit the shrine. According to legend, a fox spirit named 'Fushimi-inari' was said to have been summoned by the shrine's founder to protect his crops and bring good luck.
歴史
The shrine was founded in 1780 during the Edo period.