Located in the town of Yuzawa, Iwate Prefecture, Takakoma Inari Shrine is a Shinto temple dedicated to the worship of Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice, fertility, and industry. The shrine is famous for its beautifully crafted wooden architecture and its historic connections to the region's agricultural community. Visitors can explore the shrine's grounds, which feature several large rice storage silos and traditional Japanese gardens.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 39.4915491, 141.1504721
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit, try visiting the shrine's storage silos early in the morning when they are filled with offerings to Inari Okami.
Cultural notes
In addition to its agricultural connections, Takakoma Inari Shrine is also famous for its involvement in the annual Rice Festival (, Mukizono Matsuri), which takes place in September. The festival features traditional dances, music, and food stalls, as well as a grand procession of rice baskets through the streets.
Historical note
The shrine was originally founded in 1673 as a small Inari Shrine dedicated to the worship of Inari Okami. It has undergone several renovations over the centuries, with significant restorations taking place during the Meiji period (1868-1912).