A Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the kami of rice, sake, agriculture, and prosperity. The name 'Hyuga' suggests a connection to the ancient Hyuga Province or a southern orientation, while 'Daimyojin' is an honorific title indicating the deity's great spiritual power.
This small Inari shrine is dedicated to the fox deity who governs rice cultivation, agricultural prosperity, and business success. Worshippers come here to pray for good harvests, financial stability, and protection of their livelihoods, following the widespread Japanese tradition of venerating Inari as a provider of sustenance and material well-being. The shrine serves as a local spiritual center where community members can seek blessings for their work and express gratitude for nature's bounty.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.5069365, 136.8365689
Visitor tip
Look for fox statues and offerings of rice, sake, or fried tofu, which are traditional gifts to Inari Okami.
Cultural notes
Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, typically featuring fox messengers (kitsune) and are popular among merchants, farmers, and those seeking business success. The Daimyojin title reflects the high reverence accorded to this particular manifestation of Inari.