Double-Leaf Shrine, located in the town of Kiso, Nagano Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god Inari Okami, known as the god of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, with a vermilion torii gate and a wooden roof. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which include a sacred tree believed to be over 1,000 years old.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.8540997, 137.9720899
Visitor tip
To avoid getting lost in the winding paths, visitors can use the shrine's map provided at the entrance.
Cultural notes
The Double-Leaf Shrine is famous for its 'tsukimono-ura,' a secret entrance used by Inari Okami to descend from heaven. According to legend, this hidden path allows visitors to receive blessings and good fortune from the kami.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1633 by the Tokugawa shogunate as part of its efforts to promote Shintoism throughout Japan.