Located in Okayama Prefecture, Godaiji Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the gods of rice and fertility, known as Inari Okami. The shrine's main hall features a vermilion roof and a wooden torii gate, typical of traditional Japanese architecture. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include a sacred forest and several smaller shrines.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.5664436, 133.664132
Visitor tip
To make an offering to Inari Okami, purchase a bag of rice grains or sweet rice cakes from one of the many vendors inside the shrine's grounds.
Cultural notes
Godaiji Shrine is famous for its association with the mythology of Inari Okami, who is often depicted as a fox spirit. The shrine's torii gate is said to be one of the most beautiful in Okayama Prefecture.
Historical note
Godaiji Shrine was founded in the Edo period (1603-1867), during the rule of Tokugawa Ieyasu.