Water Jade Inari Shrine is a Shinto temple located in the city of Tottori, on the main island of Honshu. The shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto deity associated with rice, fertility, and industry. Water Jade Inari Shrine is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful gardens, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Other kami associated with the shrine
- Coordinates
- 35.4544443, 133.089604
Visitor tip
Visitors can make a wish at the famous 'water jade' fountain, where they toss coins into a small pool to grant their wishes.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is revered as the patron deity of bakers and confectioners, and Water Jade Inari Shrine hosts an annual autumn festival in honor of the deity's association with food and fertility. The shrine's architecture also reflects its connection to the rice harvest, with traditional Japanese tiles and wood paneling used throughout the buildings.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1692 during the Edo period, on the site of an older shrine that dated back to the 7th century.