Shiratama Inari Shrine is a local Inari shrine in Nara Prefecture dedicated to the rice and prosperity deity Inari Okami. The name 'Shiratama' meaning 'white jewel' suggests a connection to purity and spiritual power in the Shinto tradition.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 33.7264551, 135.9990891
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic red torii gates and fox guardian statues that are typical of Inari shrines.
Cultural notes
As an Inari shrine, it likely features fox statues (kitsune) as messengers of the deity and focuses on prayers for good harvest, business prosperity, and household safety.