Butsumine Shrine in Shizuoka Prefecture is dedicated to the Shinto god of fertility and prosperity, Inari Okami, as well as the water spirit Butsumne no kami. The shrine's name is derived from the nearby Butsumura wetlands, where Butsumne no kami was said to reside. Visitors can explore the shrine's traditional Japanese architecture, including a five-story pagoda and a main hall with a wooden beam covered in vermilion paper. The shrine hosts a spring festival to celebrate the arrival of new life in the natural world.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Butsumne no kami, Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.0991833, 138.5092004
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, plan your visit during the week or early morning. Bring water and snacks, as services may be limited.
Cultural notes
Butsumine Shrine is connected to the mythology of Shizuoka Prefecture, where Inari Okami was said to have walked through the area on his way from Kumano to Shikoku. The shrine's spring festival features traditional dances and offerings to Inari Okami, as well as a ritual purification ceremony for crops.
Historical note
The shrine was built during the Edo period (1603-1867) as a rural shrine for local farmers.