Deep Sawatami Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Chuo-ku district of Tokyo, Japan. The shrine is dedicated to the deity Inari Okami and is known for its beautiful architecture and tranquil surroundings. Visitors can walk through the peaceful gardens and explore the various shrines within the complex.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.6200209, 139.6515517
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the trees, creating a beautiful dappled effect on the ground.
Cultural notes
Deep Sawatami Shrine is associated with Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice, industry, and fertility. The shrine is also famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates, which are said to symbolize the connections between heaven and earth.
Historical note
Deep Sawatami Shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1868) and has been in operation for over 350 years.