Inusato-no-Okami, the rice god and protector of the fields, is enshrined at Inusha Taishashinden. This Shinto shrine in Tokyo's Asakusa district has been an important cultural site since its founding during the Heian period. The shrine is famous for its beautiful vermilion torii gate and sacred Inari shrines dedicated to rice goddess Inusato-no-Okami, Fujinokami, and Shishio-Okami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inusato-no-Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inusato-no-Okami, Fujinokami, Shishio-Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.651333, 139.5907605
Visitor tip
For the best viewing of the shrine's vermilion torii gate, visit at sunrise or sunset when possible, as direct sunlight can make the gate appear faded.
Cultural notes
Inusha Taishashinden is notable for its Inari shrines dedicated to various kami, including rice goddess Inusato-no-Okami. The shrine is also famous for its 'tsukubai' water basin, where visitors must drink from before entering the shrine's inner sanctum as a purification ritual.
Historical note
Founded in 744 CE as a small shrine during the Heian period, it was later renovated and expanded.