Seto Inari Shrine, located in Enzu, Ibaraki Prefecture, is the primary Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice and fertility, Inari Okami. However, 浅間神社 (Miyama Jinja) in Chiba Prefecture is also associated with the goddess of rice and fertility, Inari Okami, and shares similarities with Seto Inari. Visitors can enjoy the serene atmosphere and traditional architecture while praying for prosperity, good harvests, and successful business ventures.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.5657977, 140.3636448
Visitor tip
To make an offering to Inari Okami, visitors should bring small bags of rice or sweets to the shrine's altars and tie them with red string or twine, which is believed to purify the offering and grant wishes.
Cultural notes
Miyama Shrine is known for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture. During the Obon festival in August, visitors can witness a vibrant procession of lanterns along the nearby Ibaraki River, while during the autumn season, the shrine's maple trees display stunning red foliage.
Historical note
The shrine was originally established in the Edo period (1603-1867) as a local shrine to worship the local kami.