Located in the historic city of Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture's Inari Jinja is one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, dedicated to the god of rice and fertility, Inari Okami. Dating back to 711 CE, the shrine has served as a major center for agriculture and trade in the region. Visitors can explore the complex's many halls and gates, each with its own unique charm and historical significance.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 38.5833079, 141.2541468
Visitor tip
Don't forget to tie a red thread around the vermilion torii gate - it's a popular tradition for visitors seeking good luck or to wish for prosperity in their rice harvests!
Cultural notes
Inari is also the god of industry, trade, and commerce, making this shrine an important center for local artisans and merchants. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, said to represent the countless blessings and good fortune brought by Inari Okami.
Historical note
The shrine was initially built during the Nara period (710-794 CE) by Emperor Shōmu.