A local Inari shrine in Kagoshima Prefecture that enshrines both Toyouke-no-Okami, the deity of food and agriculture from Ise Shrine's Outer Shrine, and Inari-no-Okami, the popular deity of rice, sake, and prosperity. The combination of these agricultural deities reflects the shrine's role in supporting the local farming community.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Toyouke-no-Okami and Inari-no-Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Toyouke-no-Okami, Inari-no-Okami
- Coordinates
- 31.5867202, 130.5606589
Visitor tip
Look for fox statues or imagery typical of Inari shrines, often found alongside offerings of rice or sake.
Cultural notes
The shrine's name combines 'Shiratama' (white jewel), 'Toyouke' referring to the ancient agricultural deity, and 'Inari' the fox deity. This dual dedication represents both imperial Shinto traditions through Toyouke worship and popular folk religion through Inari veneration.