Located in Fukuoka, Sennenki Inari Taisha is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Senno-kami, the Shinto god of agriculture and fertility. The shrine complex features traditional architectural styles common during the Heian period, with a five-story pagoda and several temples. Visitors can explore the shrine's peaceful gardens and learn about its rich history and cultural significance.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Senno-kami
- 祀られている神
- Inari
- 座標
- 33.5976006, 130.3768834
参拝のヒント
To avoid waiting in line, consider visiting early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is not directly overhead.
文化的背景
Senno-kami is often associated with the harvest season and fertility. The shrine's gardens feature various types of plants and trees that are believed to be favored by the deity, including sake-barley and cedar trees. During the spring festival, visitors can participate in a traditional ritual called 'matsuri,' which involves the ceremonial transfer of sacred rice from the shrine's storage house.
歴史
Founded in 744 CE by the Nara period emperor Shōmu.