Daito-ji Temple, located on the island of Shikoku and in the city of Matsue, is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The temple's architecture reflects a mix of Shinden-zukuri and Hozu-zukuri styles, with a characteristic tile roof. Founded in 718, the shrine has been rebuilt several times due to fires and earthquakes.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.8677752, 132.1468542
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at sunrise when the morning light illuminates the shrine's garden.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is revered for his role in protecting grain stores and ensuring agricultural fertility. The shrine's main hall is adorned with thousands of vermilion torii gates, symbolizing the god's abundance and prosperity.
Historical note
The current main hall was rebuilt after a fire in 1869.