Riobon Inari Taisha is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Nagano's city, Niigata-shi, but was originally founded in the town of Riobon, now part of Iwashima-machi, which is within Niigata Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates leading up the mountain, a unique architectural feature typical to Inari shrines.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 36.4329226, 138.0284004
Visitor tip
Try some of the local specialty sweets and snacks available at the shrine's shops to aid your wishes.
Cultural notes
Riobon Inari Taisha is known for its unique tradition of hanging purple paper charms, called 'shuinbutsu,' on its gates, which are believed to ward off evil spirits. The shrine also has a strong connection to the local economy, with many business owners praying for prosperity at the shrine.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1841 as a local deity, Riobon Okami, but has since been enshrined with Inari Okami.