Sakagami Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice and fertility, Inari Okami. Located in Sakagami, Ibaraki Prefecture, the shrine is known for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that stretch from the main hall to the outer grounds, creating a stunning visual effect.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari Okami
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the evening when the torii gates are bathed in golden light.
文化的背景
Inari Okami is also associated with the myth of the fox spirit, where a cunning fox guides a rice farmer to discover hidden wells. The shrine's garden features several stone lanterns and a large stone statue of Inari Okami.
歴史
The shrine was founded during the Edo period (1603-1867),