River Forest Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Himeji, Hyogo Prefecture. Dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility, the shrine is famous for its beautiful wooden structures and large number of vermilion torii gates. Visitors can walk along the forested paths that surround the shrine's grounds, enjoying the serene atmosphere and traditional Japanese architecture.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari, Tsukiyomi
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
Visit the shrine at dawn or dusk to see the vermilion torii gates take on a warm golden light.
文化的背景
Inari Okami is often depicted with multiple foxes, which are believed to be his messengers. The shrine's fox statues are said to bring good luck and prosperity to those who offer food to them.
歴史
The shrine was established in 1293, during the Kamakura period.