The Dewa Sanzan's Inari Okita Shrine is a Shinto temple in Tokushima, dedicated to the deity Inari Okita, and believed to be an ancient ancestral temple of the San'yodo clan that ruled the province. The shrine is situated at the foot of Mount Maiko, which provides a picturesque backdrop for its serene surroundings.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari Okita
- 祀られている神
- Inari Okita
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
For visitors interested in photography, head to the shrine's summit and capture the breathtaking views of Tokushima Prefecture.
文化的背景
The shrine is famous for its annual autumnal festival called 'Inari Okita Matsuri', where participants perform rituals to honor Inari Okita by releasing paper lanterns into the air. The shrine is also notable for its unique architectural style, which blends traditional Shinto and Buddhist elements.
歴史
Founded during the Heian period (794-1185)