Located in the town of Iwata, Shizuoka Prefecture, Sixtoo Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Inari Okami, patron of rice, fertility, and industry. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design with a wooden torii gate, haiden (main hall), and honden (main shrine building). Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which feature several shrines and temples, including the famous Kotohira Shrine, located within the complex.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Kotohira Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.6777828, 137.7076578
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's torii gate at sunrise or sunset to witness the beautiful autumn foliage during the fall season, and to experience the serene atmosphere of this historic site.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often depicted as a fox spirit, and visitors can see fox statues throughout the shrine grounds. The shrine also holds an annual Shudo Matsuri (Shriner's Festival) in May to honor Inari Okami with offerings of rice, sake, and sweets.
Historical note
Sixtoo Shrine was established in the Edo period (1603-1867) as a subsidiary shrine of the main Kotohira Shrine in Shikoku.