Mine Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Setagaya, Tokyo. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that stretch from the main hall to the mountain above, symbolizing the deity's love for rice and prosperity. Visitors can make offerings at the shrines' many shrines and pray for good fortune, career success, or business growth.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.5799363, 139.6819498
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit early in the morning or later in the evening. Be sure to make an offering at one of the shrines' many smaller shrines along the torii gate path.
Cultural notes
Mine Inari Shrine is associated with the Shinto deity Inari Okami, who is revered as the god of rice, industry, and fertility. The shrine's torii gates are believed to bring good luck and prosperity to those who pass through them.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1627 during the Edo period by a samurai named Mine no Tamatsuku.