The Tochigi Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the city of Toki, Tochigi Prefecture on the island of Honshu. It is one of the many shrines dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility. The shrine complex features several buildings, including the main hall, a five-story pagoda, and a large garden. Visitors can purchase ema, small wooden prayer plaques with wishes or messages, at the shrine's shop. The shrine is also famous for its many foxes, which are believed to be messengers of Inari Okami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Otohime, Tsukuyomi
- Coordinates
- 35.7843927, 139.469018
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Cultural notes
This shrine is connected to the mythology of Inari Okami and the fox spirits that are often depicted as his messengers. During the autumn leaves season, the shrine hosts a festival called the Tobira Matsuri, which features traditional performances and food stalls.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1787 during the Edo period.