Located in the town of Kitaikawa, Gunma Prefecture, Hino-no-oki Shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of fertility and rice. As a major stop on the famous Nakasendo Way, the shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1867) to honor the local kami who protected travelers and livestock.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 36.3504772, 138.429086
Visitor tip
Try the local specialties, such as grilled corn and yakitori, at one of the many food stalls near the shrine entrance.
Cultural notes
Hino-no-oki Shrine is famous for its unique architectural style, which features a wooden gate adorned with intricate carvings of Inari's iconic foxes. The shrine also hosts an annual festival in October to celebrate the harvest season and honor the local kami.
Historical note
Established in the late Edo period as a result of the arrival of the Nakasendo Way.