Located in the heart of Hiki Province, Tsukasa Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of thunder, Inari Okami and the god of fertility and agriculture, Tsukasa Okami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Tsukasa
- Coordinates
- 36.1055645, 139.4499438
Visitor tip
To avoid long wait times, visit the shrine at sunrise or sunset when locals typically perform rituals.
Cultural notes
Tsukasa Shrine is famous for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. During the spring cherry blossom season, locals hold a festival to celebrate the blooming of these iconic trees.
Historical note
Founded during the Nara period, around 700 CE.