Located in the town of Hakusan, Ishikawa Prefecture, Eight Horseshoe Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the deity of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine's name 'Hakusansan-eight' literally translates to 'eight-horseshoe on Mount Hakusan.' Its unique architectural style features eight large torii gates at the base of Mount Hakusan, giving it its distinctive name.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Okami
- 座標
- 36.3618619, 136.595878
参拝のヒント
To purify your hands and feet before entering the shrine, use the large stone basin with water located at the entrance.
文化的背景
Inari Okami is revered for his role in agriculture and fertility. At Eight Horseshoe Shrine, visitors can participate in traditional ceremonies to promote good harvests and prosperity.
歴史
Founded in 1669 during the Edo period, the shrine was originally known as Hakusan Shrine but gained its current name after a visit from Inari Okami in 1692.