Located in the city of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, but we have been given information on a Shrine named 白鳥社 in Shiga Prefecture.白鳥社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god Inari Okami, also known as Inari Ōkami, the patron deity of rice, agriculture, and fertility. The shrine is famous for its beautiful garden and traditional architecture. White Bird Hall (Shiro Tori), a five-story pagoda tower, is one of its most notable landmarks.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Ōkami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Ōkami, Other kami that are enshrined at this site
- Coordinates
- 34.9906287, 135.8927803
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the beauty of the shrine's garden, consider visiting during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) or autumn foliage (mid-November to mid-December).
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often depicted as a rabbit or with rabbit-like features in Shinto art and literature. The shrine's White Bird Hall symbolizes the connection between the god and the natural world.
Historical note
Founded in the Heian period, but exact date unknown.