A local Inari shrine in Kumamoto Prefecture dedicated to the fox deity Inari, traditionally associated with agriculture, rice cultivation, and prosperity. Like other Inari shrines, it likely features fox guardian statues and red torii gates characteristic of Inari worship.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 32.2558662, 130.983346
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic fox statues (kitsune) that serve as messengers of Inari and are often found in pairs at the shrine entrance.
Cultural notes
Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, with Inari being particularly revered by farmers and merchants for bringing good harvests and business success. The fox messengers of Inari are believed to carry prayers to the deity.