Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the heart of Takasaki, Gunma Prefecture, but nearby shrines may have different names and kami. This shrine in Saitama is dedicated to Inari Okami, the god of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a tunnel leading up to the main hall.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Kuni Yamati-no-Kami, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7334391, 139.2344712
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's inner garden during cherry blossom season (late March to early April) for a serene and picturesque experience.
Cultural notes
Inari Shrine is closely associated with the story of Inari Okami, who is said to have taken on human form as a young girl. The shrine is also famous for its 'fox spirits' (kitsune), which are believed to be enshrined here and can be seen in various forms throughout the shrine.