White Peak Shrine, located in the scenic town of Yutendo on the coast of Tokushima Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Inari Okami. The shrine's main hall was built during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), and its unique white-tiled roof dates back to the Edo period (1603-1867 CE). Visitors can admire the shrine's tranquil garden, featuring a variety of Japanese maples and a beautiful wooden torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 34.181968, 134.0992241
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's natural beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight casts a warm glow over the gardens.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often depicted as a kami of fertility and prosperity. During the spring festival, known as 'Sanja Matsuri', devotees carry giant lanterns through the streets to honor the deity's blessings.
Historical note
The shrine was re-established in 1889 after being destroyed during the Boshin War.