Reimyo Shrine, located in the city of Koka in Shiga Prefecture, is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Inari Okami. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period style, with a distinctive roofed veranda and a main hall adorned with traditional torii gates. The shrine complex features several smaller shrines and structures, including a wooden pagoda built in 1595.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.9987932, 135.7833318
Visitor tip
Visit Reimyo Shrine at dawn or dusk to witness the serene atmosphere and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.
Cultural notes
Reimyo Shrine is renowned for its association with Inari Okami, the patron deity of rice agriculture and fertility. During the New Year (Oshogatsu) festivities, visitors pay their respects to Inari Okami by offering food, especially rice cakes and sweetened chestnuts.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Heian period (794-1185), making it one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan.