Located in the heart of Kyoto, the Big River Shrine is a historic Shinto site dedicated to Inari Okami, the patron kami of rice and industry. Built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), the shrine's architecture reflects its age, with a main hall constructed from Japanese cedar and a vermilion gate adorned with traditional carvings.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okami
- 祀られている神
- Inari
- 座標
- 35.5516142, 135.1489424
参拝のヒント
For a unique experience, visit early in the morning to witness the sacred bell ringing ceremony, which marks the beginning of the day.
文化的背景
As a major Inari shrine, Big River Shrine is famous for its fox statues, called 'Inari foxes,' which are believed to serve as messengers between humans and the kami. During the annual autumn festival, visitors can participate in a traditional ceremony where rice is offered to the kami through the fox statues.
歴史
The shrine was rebuilt after being destroyed by fire in 1869, during the Meiji Restoration.