Located in Akita Prefecture, Ishihara Shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects the traditional Japanese style with a rectangular main hall and several smaller shrines. Ishihara Shrine is particularly famous for its numerous stone lanterns that illuminate the surrounding landscape at night.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Fox
- Coordinates
- 39.3045252, 140.5447232
Visitor tip
To experience the serene atmosphere of the shrine, visit at dawn or dusk to witness the stone lanterns in all their glory.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often invoked for his role in agriculture and prosperity. The shrine's numerous fox statues are believed to be manifestations of Inari Okami's animal companion, a sacred fox known as a kitsune.
Historical note
The shrine was established during the Edo period (1603-1867) and has undergone significant renovations since then.