Inlida-hime Jinja, located in the town of Higashidōri, Miyagi Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the deity Inlida-hime, the princess of the god Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style, with a wooden torii gate and a rectangular main hall. According to local legend, Inlida-hime was a kind and compassionate goddess who helped humanity by providing fertility to the land.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inlida-hime
- Kami enshrined
- Inlida-hime
- Coordinates
- 38.13738, 140.7159259
Visitor tip
To get the most out of your visit, arrive early to witness the shrine's beautiful spring equinox festival, where visitors can participate in rituals to ensure bountiful harvests and fertility for the land.
Cultural notes
As a shrine dedicated to Inlida-hime, the goddess is often invoked by farmers seeking good harvests. The shrine also holds a summer festival honoring Susanoo-no-Mikoto's role as the god of storms, which includes traditional games, food stalls, and local crafts on display.
Historical note
The shrine was originally established during the Edo period (1603-1867) as a minor shrine but gained prominence in the late Edo period due to its association with local agriculture and the deity Inlida-hime's role as a protector of crops.