阿豆佐味天神社 is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Hiki, Saitama Prefecture. Dedicated to the kami Inari Okami, it is renowned for its beautiful architecture and serene gardens. Built during the Edo period (1603-1868), the shrine's main hall, called the Honden, features a distinctive red gate and an ornate wooden beam structure. Visitors can explore the shrine's peaceful grounds, including a tranquil pond and a forest of Inari's sacred rice-grain offerings, known as 'hakuzaki.'
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7241615, 139.4030227
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine during cherry blossom season (March-April) for a stunning display of sakura trees amidst the serene gardens.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is revered as the patron deity of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine's annual festival, Inari Matsuri, honors this kami with rituals and offerings to ensure a bountiful harvest and good fortune.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1635 by the Saitama Domain.