Fukuju Inari Shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto deity of rice, sake, agriculture, and prosperity. Like other Inari shrines, it serves as a place for devotees to pray for good fortune, business success, and abundant harvests.
- Denomination
- Inari
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.9635196, 137.1587118
Visitor tip
Look for the characteristic fox statues and red torii gates typical of Inari shrines when visiting.
Cultural notes
Inari shrines are among the most numerous in Japan, typically featuring fox statues (kitsune) as messengers of the deity. The name 'Fukuju' combines the characters for fortune and longevity, emphasizing the shrine's focus on blessings for a prosperous and long life.