Henaida Inaehai Taishiden is a Shinto shrine located in Hokkaido, Japan, dedicated to Inaehai, the god of longevity and prosperity. The shrine's architecture reflects the unique blend of traditional and modern elements characteristic of Hokkaido's cultural identity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inaehai
- Kami enshrined
- Inaehai
- Coordinates
- 41.7909941, 140.7360039
Visitor tip
Visitors can try the local specialty, crab tempura, at the food stalls near the shrine entrance.
Cultural notes
Inaehai is revered for his power to grant long life and good fortune. The shrine's main hall features a unique roof design inspired by Hokkaido's indigenous Ainu culture.
Historical note
Founded in the late Edo period (1860s) as a branch shrine of the nearby Shikotsu Toya Shrine.