Slated Mountain Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the deity Inari Okami, patron of fertility and rice, located on Mount Aka in Tokushima Prefecture. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Shinto design, with a vermilion torii gate and a wooden hall housing the main shrine. Slated Mountain Shrine is known for its picturesque surroundings, featuring lush greenery and scenic views of the surrounding mountains.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Inu Kunitachi
- Coordinates
- 33.8792972, 134.1318637
Visitor tip
For visitors who plan to climb Mount Aka, bring a picnic lunch and enjoy it at one of the many scenic spots along the trail. The shrine's staff can provide recommendations for the best routes.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is also associated with the mythology of the fox deity Inu Kunitachi, who was said to reside within Mount Aka. During the Obon festival, locals honor their ancestors by offering food and incense to Inari at Slated Mountain Shrine.
Historical note
The shrine was established during the Heian period, around 900 AD.