Located in the heart of Aomori, Ando Tsukushi Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the deity of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine is renowned for its stunning natural surroundings, with the surrounding forest believed to be inhabited by numerous kami, including Ando Tsukushi no Kami, the primary deity enshrined here.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Ando Tsukushi no Kami, Aomori-jingu no Kami
- Coordinates
- 40.6097671, 140.4837335
Visitor tip
To appreciate the shrine's serene atmosphere, visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the crowds.
Cultural notes
As a major pilgrimage site for rice farmers and agricultural workers, the shrine celebrates the annual Inari Festival (Inari Matsuri) on July 7th, where visitors offer prayers and sake at sacred torii gates. The shrine's unique architectural style features a wooden torii gate with a distinctive curved roof, reflecting the region's cultural influence.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 1652, during the Edo period.