Inatsutsumi Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Komanuma, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. The shrine is dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility, Inatsutsumi no Kami. The shrine's architecture reflects its history dating back to the Edo period, with a traditional gasshoin style wooden hall. The shrine's significance extends beyond its agricultural focus, as it is also believed to be an important site for fishing and hunting.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Suijin
- Kami enshrined
- Suijin
- Coordinates
- 36.6928897, 138.7744053
Visitor tip
To experience the shrine's connection to agriculture, visit during harvest season to see the fruits of the land.
Cultural notes
Inatsutsumi Shrine is associated with the water spirit kami, Suijin. The shrine also hosts the Inatsutsumi Taiko Matsuri festival in autumn, featuring traditional taiko drum performances.
Historical note
The shrine was established in the late Edo period (1860s) during a time of significant agricultural growth.