Located in the heart of Kobe, Hiyoshi Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Ōkami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility. The shrine's main hall was rebuilt after being destroyed by World War II, but its traditional Japanese architecture remains intact. Visitors can walk through the torii gate and experience the tranquility of this beautiful shrine.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Ōkami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Ōkami
- Coordinates
- 34.6423679, 134.9883111
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting in line, consider visiting during weekdays or early mornings.
Cultural notes
Inari Shrine is famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates that form a tunnel leading to the main shrine. This unique structure is said to represent the paths that Inari Ōkami takes when searching for food and fertility. The shrine also hosts various festivals, including the Inari Matsuri, which honors the Shinto god with offerings of rice and sweet treats.
Historical note
The current main hall was built in 1958.