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Inari Shrine

稲荷神社

Inari Jinja

A Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari, the kami of rice, sake, agriculture, and prosperity. Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, typically featuring distinctive vermillion torii gates and fox statues (kitsune) which serve as messengers of the deity.

宗派
Inari
宗教
shinto
祭神
Inari Okami
祀られている神
Inari Okami
座標
34.8595951, 137.4440888

参拝のヒント

Look for the characteristic fox statues and red torii gates that mark most Inari shrines.

文化的背景

Inari worship combines agricultural traditions with commercial prosperity, making these shrines popular among farmers, merchants, and business people. The fox messengers are believed to carry prayers and offerings to Inari Okami.