Located in the city of Kashiwazaki,稲荷神社 is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the rice goddess Inari Okami. It is one of Japan's most famous and widely worshipped shrines, attracting millions of visitors each year. The shrine complex spans over 13 hectares and features stunning architecture, beautiful gardens, and tranquil walking paths.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 37.6497863, 139.0427025
Visitor tip
Visitors can participate in a traditional 'matsuri' festival by joining a procession to the nearby Inari Shrine's main hall, where they will be given a sacred rice charm called an 'inari-dama'.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often depicted with multiple fox tails, symbolizing her role as a patron of fertility and prosperity. The shrine's distinctive architecture features a large torii gate and several smaller gates, each representing one of the kami enshrined within.
Historical note
The current shrine was rebuilt in 1858 during the Edo period.