Narita-san Shinshu Okuno Ichinen-tai is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of fertility, rice harvests and prosperity. Located in Nagaoka City, Gunma Prefecture, it was originally constructed at Mount Narita in 718 AD but rebuilt and relocated at its current site in 1868. The shrine's main building features traditional Japanese architecture with five-story pagodas on either side, while the grounds include a beautiful garden and several stone lanterns. Visitors can participate in rituals to ensure fertility or seek blessings for new endeavors.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okuno-Imi-no-Kami
- Kami enshrined
- Okuno-Imi-no-Kami
- Coordinates
- 36.6548523, 138.1872282
Visitor tip
For a unique experience, attend the annual Spring Festival (Matsuri) held on April 29th and participate in the traditional purification ritual to ensure fertility and prosperity.
Cultural notes
This shrine is famous for its associations with the local goddess of rice, Okuno-Imi-no-Kami. The shrine also has connections to the Japanese New Year (Oshogatsu) tradition, as visitors often make offerings to the god for good luck and prosperity throughout the year.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt at its current site in 1868 following a fire that destroyed the original structure.