Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Chiba, dedicated to the worship of Inari Okami, the kami of rice and fertility. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates, representing the abundance of rice fields in the region. Visitors can walk through these gates, which are believed to bring good luck and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.6789538, 140.4584107
Visitor tip
When visiting Inari Shrine, try to walk through all the torii gates for good luck. The path is long and winding, but it can be a rewarding experience.
Cultural notes
Inari Shrine is closely associated with the mythology of rice and fertility in Japanese culture. It is also famous for its annual festival, called Inari Matsuri, which takes place in May to celebrate the founding of the shrine.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period (1603-1867) by Tokugawa Ieyasu's grandson, Tokugawa Yoshinaga.