Pure Substance Rice Shrine, located in Chiba Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the worship of a kami believed to ensure fertility and prosperity. The shrine's name reflects its focus on agriculture and rice cultivation, reflecting the local economy of Chiba during the Edo period. Its architecture, featuring a traditional ryokan-style entrance, is typical of shrines in rural Japan.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Sugawara no Michizane, Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.6776522, 139.779741
Visitor tip
For a deeper understanding of the shrine's history, take a stroll along the nearby Tokyo Waterway, which was an important trade route during the Edo period.
Cultural notes
This shrine is believed to be enshrined with several kami, including Sugawara no Michizane and Inari Okami. Visitors can participate in traditional festivals such as the Sake-riko Festival, which honors the local sake breweries, or the Tsukimikadoi Festival, celebrating the arrival of spring.
Historical note
Founded during the Edo period (1603-1868), this shrine has been preserved as a cultural heritage site, showcasing the region's traditional Shinto practices and architectural styles.