富泽稲荷神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Funabashi, Chiba Prefecture. The shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the kami of rice and industry, and is famous for its vermilion torii gate and beautiful garden. Visitors can walk through the serene grounds and admire the shrine's traditional architecture, which reflects the region's Edo-period history.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.6882997, 139.7828919
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the evening when the sun is not too strong.
Cultural notes
As an important Shinto shrine, Funabashi Inari Shrine plays host to various festivals throughout the year, including the Sanja Matsuri in spring and the Obon Festival in summer. The shrine's garden features a large boulder known as 'Tori-ishi,' which is believed to be the site where the kami is said to reside.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1871 during the Meiji period, when it was originally a temple dedicated to Inari Okami.