Dayo-gu Shrine, located in the town of Dandou, Chiba Prefecture, is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto deity associated with rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese design, featuring a wooden torii gate and a vermilion-colored main hall.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Kazehaya no Kami
- Coordinates
- 35.6977666, 139.8792571
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting in line, visit Dayo-gu Shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon when it is less crowded.
Cultural notes
Dayo-gu Shrine is famous for its rice-feeding ceremony, where visitors offer sacred rice to Inari Okami. The shrine is also known for its unique 'treasure box' containing sacred items and offerings.
Historical note
The shrine was established during the Heian period (794-1185 CE), making it one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Chiba Prefecture.