Three Wheels Rice Shrine, located in the town of Kinugawa in Ibaraki Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the god of rice and fertility. The shrine's unique architecture features three round torii gates, said to represent the unity of heaven, earth, and water.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.7204468, 139.8263812
Visitor tip
To make an offering at the shrine, bring a small bag of rice or a box of sweets and tie it to the three torii gates, following the traditional practice of visiting Inari Shrine in Kyoto.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its three round torii gates, which are said to symbolize the harmony between heaven and earth. During the spring festival, visitors can enjoy traditional performances and food stalls, including local specialties like Kinugawa apples.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1688 during the Edo period, when the town of Kinugawa was granted a charter by the Tokugawa shogunate.