Located in the city of Sendai, Ōfu Plain Shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, a Shinto deity revered as the patron of rice, agriculture, and industry. As one of Japan's oldest shrines, Ōfu Plain Shrine has a long history dating back to the 7th century. The shrine's unique architecture reflects its regional style, blending traditional Japanese elements with rustic simplicity. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature several buildings, including the main hall and the sacred forest.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 38.4388089, 140.3904896
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's rustic beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the golden light highlights the forest and main hall.
Cultural notes
Ōfu Plain Shrine is known for its unique 'forest worship' tradition, where visitors write their wishes on wooden tokens and tie them to trees in the sacred forest. This ancient practice is believed to have originated from a legend about Inari Okami's love of rice and his desire to connect with humans.
Historical note
Established in the 7th century during the Asuka period, Ōfu Plain Shrine has been an important site for rice cultivation and harvest festivals for centuries.