Located in the city of Ishinomaki, Fukushima Prefecture's neighboring region, is the five-ten-sei-jinsha ( fifty-sevensaijin) shrine dedicated to Hachiman and Inari kami. As a part of the Heian period (794-1185 CE), the shrine was designated as one of the twenty-seven stations of the famous Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Today, it attracts visitors drawn to its serene natural surroundings and rich cultural heritage.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hachiman, Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Hachiman, Inari
- Coordinates
- 38.816211, 141.0025872
Visitor tip
Visitors can walk through the tranquil grounds, taking note of the shrine's distinctive stone torii gates, to experience a sense of tranquility and spiritual rejuvenation.
Cultural notes
The shrine is famous for its unique five-torii gate structure, a rare feature in Shinto architecture. The shrine also hosts an annual Hachiman Festival in November, where visitors can participate in traditional dances and offerings. Inari's influence is evident in the abundance of rice fields surrounding the shrine.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 747 CE by Emperor Shōmu during the Nara period (710-794 CE), and re-established in 1582 CE after being destroyed during the Sengoku period (1467-1603 CE).