Uega-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Uegahara, Niigata Prefecture, dedicated to the god of rice and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects the Heian period, with a main hall and several smaller buildings. Visitors can experience traditional Japanese culture through various festivals and events throughout the year.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 38.0691139, 138.5112342
Visitor tip
Try to visit during the annual Rice Festival (Gohan Matsuri) in July for a unique chance to taste local rice varieties.
Cultural notes
Uega-jinja is one of the Shinto shrines dedicated to the god of rice, known as Inari. The shrine complex features several small shrines and torii gates, representing different districts where farmers pray for bountiful harvests.
Historical note
Established in 1633 during the Edo period.