Located in the prefecture of Gunma, Dayo Inari Shrine is dedicated to Inari Okami, a Shinto deity associated with rice and fertility. This shrine is notable for its unique architecture, which features multiple buildings and gates designed to resemble the mythical fox spirits, known as kitsune. The shrine is also famous for its 'tsukubai' or water basin, where visitors can purify themselves before entering the main hall.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 36.193859, 139.1394817
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, consider visiting early in the morning or later in the evening when the sun begins to set.
Cultural notes
This shrine is often visited by those seeking blessings for business success and good fortune. According to legend, Inari Okami was so pleased with a group of rice farmers who built their homes at this site that he allowed them to remain there forever. The shrine's annual festivals, known as 'matsuri,' feature traditional dances and food offerings.