The original Inari shrine is located in the town of Hitachi, Ibaraki Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, a Shinto deity associated with rice, fertility, and prosperity. With its characteristic vermilion torii gates and winding paths lined with orange torii gates, the shrine is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.735803, 139.8496935
Visitor tip
To enhance your visit, try making an offering at one of the many orange torii gates along the shrine's paths – it's a unique and respectful way to show your appreciation for Inari Okami.
Cultural notes
Inari is particularly revered in Ibaraki Prefecture, where it is believed that the deity helps ensure good rice harvests. The shrine also holds an annual festival in November, which features traditional dances and offerings to Inari Okami.
Historical note
The original Inari shrine was established in the late Heian period (around 900 AD) as a minor shrine dedicated to the deity of the rice fields.