Sudayama Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice and prosperity, located in the town of Tokai, Gunma Prefecture. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a tunnel leading up to the main shrine. Visitors can walk through this gate, known as 'orizuka,' and pray for good luck, success, and fertility.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.9038651, 139.3446313
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the afternoon when it's less crowded.
Cultural notes
Sudayama Inari Shrine is associated with the Shinto god of rice, Inari Okami, who is revered as a patron deity for farmers and those seeking prosperity. The shrine also hosts an annual Inari Festival, which features traditional dances, music, and food stalls.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1624 by Tokugawa Iemitsu during the Edo period.