Located in Okayama Prefecture, Okashiba Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of agriculture and fertility, Inari Okami. The shrine is famous for its numerous torii gates leading up to its main hall, symbolizing the connection between heaven and earth. Visitors can walk through these gates and pray for good harvests and prosperity. Okashiba Shrine is also known for its beautiful gardens and traditional architecture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.6524466, 134.0336322
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
Cultural notes
Okashiba Shrine is associated with the annual 'Matsuri' festival, which takes place in May. During this time, locals perform traditional dances and offer food to the kami. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to agriculture, with many of its buildings featuring rice-shaped roofs and walls adorned with symbols representing fertility.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 718 CE by Prince Narishige of the Sanjo clan, who built it to enshrine a wooden statue of Inari Okami.