Located in the town of Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture,八島神社社務所 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the kami of rice and fertility. The shrine is situated on a hill overlooking the surrounding countryside, offering breathtaking views of Mount Chuzenji in the nearby Japanese Alps.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.9626314, 137.9915526
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's atmosphere, visit during the spring cherry blossom season or autumn leaf peeping, when the surrounding landscape is at its most vibrant.
Cultural notes
As an Inari shrine, Eight Island Shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates leading up to the main hall. The shrine's architecture and design are influenced by the Edo period style, with a striking example of Japanese shoin-style architecture.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period (1603-1867), likely as part of the Inari Okami's network of shrines to promote rice production and prosperity.