Located in the Okayama Prefecture, Sanbo-no-iri Inari Shrine is a lesser-known Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and prosperity. The shrine's name 'Sanbo-no-iri' translates to 'three stages of the road,' signifying its historical connection to the famous Nakasendo Highway. Built during the Edo period, the shrine features a traditional Japanese garden with a unique three-tiered torii gate.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.6295982, 133.9577582
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit the shrine at dawn or late afternoon when the sun is not too high.
Cultural notes
Sanbo-no-iri Inari Shrine is closely tied to the mythology of rice and fertility. The shrine's torii gate, resembling three stages of a journey, symbolizes the path to prosperity and enlightenment.
Historical note
Founded in the early Edo period (1603-1867),