Located in the northern island of Hokkaido, ARAYA INARI shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to Inari, the deity of fertility and rice harvest. The shrine is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by lush greenery, making it an ideal spot for nature lovers and those seeking spiritual connection with nature.
- Denomination
- shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 41.4193247, 140.1640764
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit, bring a small gift of rice or sesame seeds to offer to Inari, as these are believed to attract prosperity and good fortune.
Cultural notes
As an Inari shrine, ARAYA INARI is known for its vermilion torii gates, which symbolize the connection between heaven and earth. The shrine also hosts a spring festival, where participants dress in orange costumes and perform traditional dances to celebrate the arrival of spring.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1889 during the Meiji period, which aimed to unify and standardize Shinto practices across Japan.