A Shinto shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to Inari Okami, the deity of rice, sake, and prosperity. The shrine holds the high court rank of Shoichii (Senior First Rank), indicating its historical importance and imperial recognition.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Shrine rank
- Shoichii
- Coordinates
- 32.5684219, 130.6728102
Visitor tip
Look for fox statues (kitsune) which serve as messengers of Inari and are common features at Inari shrines.
Cultural notes
Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, typically featuring fox messengers and focusing on agricultural prosperity and business success. The Shoichii rank represents the highest court rank that could be bestowed upon Shinto deities.