Tama Hills Inari Shrine, located in Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture, is one of Japan's most famous Shinto shrines. Dedicated to the god of rice and fertility, Inari Okami, it is renowned for its thousands of vermilion torii gates leading up the hills, a testament to the shrine's devotion to agriculture and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.4464665, 139.5616832
Visitor tip
To make the most of your visit, consider visiting at dawn or dusk when the morning sun casts a golden glow over the torii gates, creating an unforgettable sight.
Cultural notes
The shrine is deeply connected to the mythology surrounding Inari Okami, who is said to have been a kami of the rice god Amaterasu. In May, visitors can participate in the popular 'Torii Gates Festival,' where thousands of people line up to tie orange ribbons around the gates.
Historical note
Established in 1467 by the Kamakura Shogunate, the shrine has been a vital center of worship and commerce ever since.