Sakuragawa Inazuma Village Shrine, located in Ibaraki Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shintō deity of lightning, Inazuma Okami, and the god of harvest, Hikoboshi. The shrine's name reflects its connection to a historic village that was once located along the Sakuragawa River. During the Edo period, the area was known for its production of rice and other crops, which were believed to be influenced by Inazuma Okami's power.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inazuma Okami, Hikoboshi
- Kami enshrined
- Inazuma Okami, Hikoboshi
- Coordinates
- 36.368292, 140.1409376
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's adjacent Sakuragawa River to spot the annual lantern festival (winter) and spring cherry blossom viewing (matsuri), which are said to be influenced by Inazuma Okami's divine light.
Cultural notes
The shrine is notable for its traditional architecture, which reflects the region's unique cultural heritage. The enshrined kami are often visited during the annual autumn festival, when offerings of sake and mochi are made to Inazuma Okami and Hikoboshi.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the early Edo period, during the reign of Tokugawa Iemitsu.