Highland Abundant Years Rice Shrine, located in the city of Hachinohe, Aomori Prefecture, is a Shinto shrine that honors the deity, Inari Okami. The shrine is situated at the foot of Mount Iwaki, which symbolizes good luck and prosperity. Inari Okami is revered as the patron deity of rice farmers and merchants, ensuring bountiful harvests and successful trade. The shrine's architecture reflects a mix of traditional Shinto styles, with a wooden torii gate and a tiled roof. Visitors can explore the shrine grounds, which feature various shrines dedicated to other deities, including Inari Okami's sister deity, Tsuru Mikoto.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Tsuru Mikoto
- Coordinates
- 40.2731586, 140.5529919
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's rustic charm, take a stroll through the surrounding forest and observe the unique torii gate that serves as an entrance to the shrine grounds.
Cultural notes
Inari Okami is often depicted with multiple fox tails in Shinto art, symbolizing abundance and good fortune. The shrine also celebrates the annual 'Hinamatsuri' festival in May, where children's dolls are displayed to pray for their health and well-being.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1683 during the Edo period, marking the beginning of the Tokugawa shogunate.