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Inari Shrine

稲荷神社

Inari Jinja

Gifu

A local Inari shrine in Gifu Prefecture dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto deity of rice, sake, agriculture, and prosperity. Like thousands of Inari shrines throughout Japan, this shrine serves as a spiritual center for the local community, offering prayers for good harvests and business success.

Denomination
Inari
Religion
shinto
Enshrined kami
Inari Okami
Kami enshrined
Inari Okami
Coordinates
35.389433, 136.699289

Visitor tip

Look for the characteristic fox statues and red torii that are hallmarks of Inari shrines.

Cultural notes

Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, often featuring fox statues as messengers of the deity. Red torii gates and fox guardians are typical elements found at these shrines.

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