Located in the city of Hamamatsu, in Shizuoka Prefecture, the Okunoin Inari Shrine is a significant Shinto site dedicated to Inari Okami, the rice goddess and patron deity of merchants, farmers, and those involved in trade. This shrine is one of the most famous Inari shrines in Japan, with thousands of vermilion torii gates forming its complex.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 34.6835388, 137.6451554
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, visit the shrine at dawn or later in the evening to take advantage of the serene atmosphere.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often depicted as a female figure with multiple breasts, symbolizing fertility and abundance. The vermilion torii gates are believed to have spiritual power, warding off evil spirits and attracting good luck. Visitors typically make offerings of rice, sake, or other food items to the goddess.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period, specifically during the reign of Tokugawa Ieyasu.