Tosasu Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Koka, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. The shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a tunnel leading to the main hall. Visitors can make offerings at the shrine's many shrines dedicated to various aspects of Inari's domain.
- Denomination
- shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Kitsune
- Coordinates
- 35.0062847, 135.7697598
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the evening when the torii gates are most illuminated, creating a beautiful and serene atmosphere.
Cultural notes
Inari is often depicted with foxes, which are believed to be his messengers. At Tosasu Inari Shrine, visitors can make offerings to the fox kami, known as Kitsune, who are said to protect the shrine and its inhabitants.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 819 during the Nara period, and it has been an important center for agriculture and trade in the region.