Located in the city of Kanazawa, the Taisai-dono Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the gods of rice and fertility. The shrine's name roughly translates to 'The Shrine Where the Gods are Worshipped,' and its primary enshrined deity is Oyasumi Inari, the god of dreams and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Oyasumi Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Oyasumi Inari
- Coordinates
- 36.9425184, 137.0243282
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visitors can purchase tickets online in advance for a reserved time slot.
Cultural notes
The shrine's main hall is designed with a traditional Japanese roof style, known as 'tatami-zukuri.' The shrine also holds the annual 'Uchindo Matsuri' festival to celebrate the harvest season and honor Oyasumi Inari.
Historical note
Founded in 1899 by the Taisai-dono family.