Inari Okunoina Shrine, dedicated to the Shinto god of rice and fertility, is one of Japan's oldest shrines located in Aomori Prefecture. Built in 718 CE during the Nara period, it features a complex network of underground tunnels and chambers. The shrine's unique architecture reflects its historical significance as an important center for Shugendo Buddhist rituals.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Inari
- 祀られている神
- Inari
- 座標
- 40.2094478, 140.0219712
参拝のヒント
To respect the shrine's sacred atmosphere, refrain from making loud noises or taking pictures inside the tunnels and chambers.
文化的背景
The shrine is famous for its 'fukido' service, where devotees tie ribbons to the shrines' gates in hopes of good luck, love, or spiritual growth. The shrine also hosts the annual 'Inari Festival,' a traditional event that honors the god's bounty and protection.
歴史
Founded in 718 CE by Emperor Jimmu.