Located in the city of Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, the Nose Black Rice Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to Inari Okami, the deity of rice, fertility, and prosperity. This shrine is notable for its unique architectural style, which reflects the local tradition of blending Western and Japanese influences.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.3451631, 139.4864364
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine during the week or early in the morning to participate in the daily ritual of offering rice to Inari Okami.
Cultural notes
In addition to its role as a Shinto temple, the Nose Black Rice Shrine is also famous for its black rice festival held annually in November. This festival celebrates the harvest season and the prosperity brought by Inari Okami.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1905 by a group of Japanese immigrants from Brazil.