Anri-jinja is a Shinto shrine located in Tottori Prefecture, dedicated to the worship of Okuninushi, the kami of the land and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major stopover on the road from Osaka to Nagoya during the Edo period. Visitors can experience traditional Shinto rituals and ceremonies, including the purification ritual at the shrine's torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Okuninushi
- Kami enshrined
- Okuninushi
- Coordinates
- 35.4265226, 133.2511282
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's historic significance, arrive early to witness the purification ritual at the torii gate, where locals and visitors alike perform a traditional purification ceremony with salt and water.
Cultural notes
As an important Shinto shrine in western Japan, Anri-jinja is known for its connections to the mythology of Okuninushi, who is believed to have created the world by separating the land from the sea. The shrine also hosts annual festivals, including the Seiryō Sai, a spring festival celebrating the arrival of warmer weather.
Historical note
Founded in 1593 by Hachijō no Sukuna, a samurai lord who served as the regent of Tottori Province.