Located in the town of Annaka, Gunma Prefecture, Hakonezeki Inari Shrine is dedicated to the god of rice and agriculture, Inari Okami. The shrine is situated on a hill overlooking Lake Kanaya and is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a tunnel up the mountain. Visitors can walk through this tunnel and pray for good fortune, prosperity, and fertility.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 35.9252781, 139.4805301
Visitor tip
For visitors with cameras, consider taking pictures at the torii gates during sunrise or sunset for the best colors.
Cultural notes
Hakonezeki Inari Shrine is famous for its torii gate tunnel and is often visited by people seeking good fortune and prosperity. The shrine also hosts a annual festival in October to honor Inari Okami, where participants carry giant lanterns through the streets.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1656 by a peasant named Nakajima Sadachika who had a dream about Inari Okami. He built the shrine and offered his entire harvest to the god, who granted him an abundant yield.