Inasato Shrine in Niigata is dedicated to Inazuma-Okami, a Shinto deity associated with agriculture and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects the region's unique cultural heritage, featuring traditional Niigatanagi-zukuri style and beautiful cedar tree carvings.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inazuma-Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inazuma-Okami
- Coordinates
- 37.6327298, 138.9509891
Visitor tip
For visitors arriving by train, take bus number 34 from Shin-Niigata Station and get off at Inasato-machi intersection. The shrine is located about a 5-minute walk from there.
Cultural notes
Inasato Shrine is known for its beautiful autumn foliage and annual Inazuma Matsuri festival, which celebrates the harvest season with traditional dances and food stalls.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1604 during the Edo period as a small shrine dedicated to Inazuma-Okami.