藤稲荷神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice and fertility. Located in the heart of Akita Prefecture, the shrine is renowned for its beautiful autumn foliage and traditional Japanese architecture. The shrine's main hall, known as the Ōma Shrine, features a striking vermilion torii gate and ornate wooden beams. Visitors can explore the shrine's gardens, which include a large mulberry tree believed to be sacred to Inari.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okuninushi, Shinmei, Nakayamahime
- Coordinates
- 39.7081088, 140.1086327
Visitor tip
To make a wish at the shrine, tie a small piece of pink cloth around the branch of one of Inari's sacred mulberry trees.
Cultural notes
Inari is often depicted with multiple hands and feet, symbolizing his role as a protector of agriculture and fertility. At the shrine, visitors can participate in traditional festivals such as the Ōnami Matsuri, which honors the founding of the shrine.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1716 during the Edo period, and its name 'Fudou-Undō' translates to 'the great path of the rice god'.