Good Sea Town Inari Shrine is a Shinto temple located in Sendai, the largest city in Miyagi Prefecture. Dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility, the shrine is famous for its numerous torii gates arranged in a grid pattern on its grounds. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major center of agriculture and commerce in the region.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 38.4177957, 141.3048796
Visitor tip
To avoid waiting in line, visit the shrine early in the morning or late in the evening when possible.
Cultural notes
Good Sea Town Inari Shrine is known for its unique torii gate arrangement and is often visited during the annual Omisoka (New Year's Eve) festival. The shrine is also famous for its 'rice offering' tradition, where visitors tie ribbons on rice sacks with hopes and prayers.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 747 AD by Emperor Junnen.