One成稲荷大明神 Shrine, located in the town of Nihari, Ibaraki Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Amaterasu Okami's messenger and tutelary spirit of agriculture, rice, and prosperity. The shrine's name reflects its association with prosperity (一成) and the abundant harvests of the region. Built in 1892 during the Meiji period, the shrine features a distinctive rectangular shrine building with a tiled roof and sliding doors.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Amaterasu, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7235982, 140.0391905
Visitor tip
To avoid queuing, visitors can join the 'morinagashi' ceremony at dawn, which involves a ritual offering to Amaterasu Okami's spirit to ensure a bountiful harvest.
Cultural notes
This shrine is connected to the mythology of rice and agriculture in Japanese culture. During the New Year (Oshogatsu) festival, shrine staff perform a ritual to purify the grain stores, known as 'morinagashi', which is believed to bring good luck for the coming year.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt in 1892 after being destroyed by fire during the Boshin War.