Tsukusa Shrine, located in the Chofu ward of Tokyo, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami Inari Okami and Inari Utsugi no Kami. The shrine's name, Tsukusa, is derived from the Japanese word for 'rice paddy field.' While the shrine's origins date back to the Heian period (794-1185 CE), its current structure was built in the Edo period (1603-1868 CE). The shrine is famous for its torii gate and traditional vermilion-painted building. Visitors can pray for good luck, prosperity, and a bountiful harvest by tying purple strings with rice grains to the shrine's railings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Inari Utsugi no Kami, Sengen Tenjin
- Coordinates
- 35.6816909, 139.5351716
Visitor tip
Visitors should note that Inari Okami is often depicted in art as a Shinto god of fertility and prosperity, but his depiction can vary greatly depending on the region. As such, visitors may see different variations of Inari Okami's image or symbol at this shrine.
Cultural notes
In addition to Inari Okami, Tsukusa Shrine is also enshrined with other kami, including Inari Utsugi no Kami and Sengen Tenjin. The shrine participates in the annual Nakahama Matsuri festival, which celebrates local agriculture and fertility.