Indulaho Shrine, located in central Tokyo, is one of the oldest and most revered Shinto shrines in Japan. Dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu, it is also associated with the rice god Inari Okami, hence its name '稲荷' meaning 'rice field'. This shrine has been an important center for worship and cultural practices since the 8th century, particularly during the Nara period. Its architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, including a wooden torii gate adorned with vermilion paint.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Amaterasu
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.6790554, 139.6123432
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit during the spring or autumn, and try some of the local street food sold near the entrance.
Cultural notes
Inari Shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates hung on bamboo poles. These represent the god Inari's abundance and fertility. The shrine also hosts various festivals throughout the year, including the 'Shunbutsu no Hi' festival to celebrate the beginning of spring.
Historical note
The shrine's origins date back to 645 CE when Prince Shotoku built a shrine dedicated to Amaterasu here.