Prayude Inari Shrine, dedicated to the rice god Inari Okami, is a Shinto shrine in Nagasaki Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its vermilion torii gate and traditional Japanese architecture. Located near the Nagasaki Bay, the shrine offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Inari Okami is revered as the patron deity of commerce, agriculture, and fertility.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 32.8279448, 129.8502247
Visitor tip
Try the local specialty, 'yakitori' (grilled chicken skewers), at the food stalls near the shrine's main torii gate.
Cultural notes
Prayude Inari Shrine is associated with the mythology of Inari Okami, who was said to have brought rice to humanity. The shrine also hosts a monthly festival in honor of Inari Okami, featuring traditional dances and music. The vermilion color of the torii gate symbolizes good luck and prosperity.
Historical note
Founded in 1868 during the late Edo period, after the Meiji Restoration.