Located in the scenic town of Matsue, Shimane Prefecture, the Chitanda Shrine is dedicated to the Shinto god Inari Okami. The shrine's design is characteristic of the Edo period style, featuring a large torii gate and a traditional wooden hall with a tiled roof. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include beautiful gardens and a peaceful walking path.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.3702993, 132.4634704
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight casts a warm glow through the torii gate.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is revered as the god of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine is also famous for its 'tsukimi' viewing of the moon during the autumn full moon festival, which attracts many visitors from Japan and abroad.
Historical note
The Chitanda Shrine was rebuilt in 1693 after being destroyed by floodwaters.