Located in the prefecture of Ibaraki, 稲荷大明神 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the kami of rice and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major rice-producing center in Japan. Built during the Edo period, the shrine's main hall, the Honden, features a striking vermilion gate adorned with golden hinges. Visitors can explore the surrounding fields and learn about the shrine's agricultural past.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7474757, 139.7965847
Visitor tip
To experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit at dawn or dusk when the vermilion gate is bathed in golden light.
Cultural notes
As a major rice-producing center, 稲荷大明神 plays an important role in Japanese agricultural mythology. The shrine's festivals, such as the Inari Matsuri, celebrate the kami's influence on the harvest and fertility.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period, specifically in 1684.