Located in the city of Koka, Shiga Prefecture, Sakitahama Shrine is a small but historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Ōkami, the god of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine's main hall was built in 1842, with several restorations carried out over the years. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature beautiful gardens and walking paths.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.3373081, 136.2870373
Visitor tip
To make an offering at the shrine's treasure box, take a small bundle of sacred grasses and leave it in the designated slot.
Cultural notes
Sakitahama Shrine is famous for its beautiful autumn foliage and annual Autumn Leaves Festival. Inari Ōkami is also revered as the patron deity of local farmers, who come to the shrine to pray for bountiful harvests.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after its original structure burned down during a warlord conflict.