The Inari Okura Shrine, located in Chiba Prefecture, is one of the most famous and revered Shinto shrines dedicated to the god of rice and fertility, Inari Okami. The shrine's architecture is characteristic of Heian-period shinden-style, with a main hall featuring a large wooden structure adorned with sacred lanterns. Visitors can admire the shrine's tranquil gardens and take part in various rituals and ceremonies throughout the year.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.6726455, 140.4688344
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, consider visiting during the weekdays or early mornings to participate in the shrine's morning bell-ringing ceremony.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is revered for his role as a patron of merchants and artisans. The shrine is known for its numerous fox statues (Inari Foxes) which are believed to be messengers of the god, serving as a symbol of fertility and prosperity.
Historical note
Founded in 645 CE during the Asuka period