Inari Okunoina Shrine in Tokyo's Adachi Ward is one of the oldest Shinto shrines dedicated to Inari, the kami of rice and fertility. Dedicated to the prosperity of rice farmers and the well-being of all people, it is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in Japanese culture and history.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Bring an offering of rice or sake tokens to Inari's shrine and tie them to the vermilion torii gate as a sign of respect, then walk through the crowded alleys of the shrine grounds and explore the numerous small shrines dedicated to various kami.
文化的背景
Inari Okunoina is famous for its thousands of miniature shrines known as 'fukumoto' dedicated to Inari's various manifestations and aspects, such as 'fudō myōō', a bodhisattva figure. The shrine also hosts the famous 'Omisoka' New Year's Eve festival, where visitors can pray for good fortune and prosperity in the coming year.
歴史
Built during the Edo period (1603-1868),