Located in the city of Funabashi, Chiba Prefecture, 航空稲荷 Shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto deity of rice and fertility. The shrine's main hall is a classic example of a Japanese torii gate with an ornate roof tile design. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which feature various shrines for different kami, including the main shrine for Inari.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Kojin Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.5507494, 139.7499169
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's torii gate, visit at sunrise or sunset when the light casts a warm glow on the structure.
Cultural notes
Inari is revered as a kami of abundance and fertility, making 航空稲荷 Shrine an important site for farmers and artisans. The shrine also hosts a festival in autumn to celebrate the harvest season.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in 1869 after being destroyed during the Bakumatsu period.