located in the town of Katsuura, chiba prefecture, this shrine is dedicated to the kami of the region's rice fields and agriculture. it is a small, rustic shrine with a distinctive tatami-mat entrance hall. visitors can see ancient tree roots sticking out from under the foundation stones, said to be evidence of the shrine's age.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okuninushi, Tsukuyomi
- Coordinates
- 35.241901, 139.7179369
Visitor tip
visit during cherry blossom season to see the beautiful blooming trees in full flower.
Cultural notes
the shrine is said to be connected to the legend of Inari Okami, a kami revered as the patron deity of rice and fertility. visitors may also participate in the annual matsuri festival, which honors the local agricultural cycles.
Historical note
Founded in the Heian period (794-1185), this shrine has been continuously operated for over 900 years.