Located in the prefecture of Miyagi, Village Village Rice God Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the rice goddess, and Isuzu Hime, a kami associated with fertility and water. The shrine's history dates back to the Edo period. Visitors can take a stroll through its beautiful gardens and admire its traditional architecture. The shrine is particularly famous for its numerous fox statues, which are believed to be messengers of Inari.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Isuzu Hime
- Coordinates
- 38.2646126, 140.3311644
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn when the gardens are still misty and the fox statues are bathed in golden light.
Cultural notes
As a key Shinto destination for business luck and prosperity, the shrine is often visited by companies seeking to improve their fortunes. The shrine's numerous fox statues are said to possess magical powers, bringing good fortune to those who treat them with respect.
Historical note
Founded in 1723 during the Edo period.