Located in the heart of Matsuyama City, Ihime-dori Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the gods of fertility and prosperity, particularly the kami of rice, beans, and soybeans. The shrine's architecture reflects its role as a guardian of agriculture, with intricately carved wooden pillars and a distinctive roof shape that evokes the image of a giant's footprint.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 33.8092853, 132.7707522
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit Ihime-dori Shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the sun is not directly overhead.
Cultural notes
Ihime-dori Shrine is closely associated with the mythology of the god Inari Okami, who is revered as a patron of agriculture and fertility. The shrine is also famous for its bean-planting festival, which takes place in February, where participants compete to see who can plant the most beans in a designated area.
Historical note
Founded in 757 AD during the Nara period.