A local Inari shrine in Nara Prefecture dedicated to Tamahime no Mikoto, likely a localized manifestation or associated deity of the fox kami Inari. The shrine combines traditional Inari worship with regional spiritual traditions.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Tamahime no Mikoto and Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Tamahime no Mikoto, Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.6274947, 136.0843758
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic fox statues (kitsune) that typically guard Inari shrines.
Cultural notes
Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, typically associated with rice cultivation, prosperity, and business success. The name Tamahime suggests a connection to precious jewels or spiritual treasures.