Located in the heart of Sapporo, Hokkaido, Kawa-White Rice God Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the rice-god deity Inari Okami. The shrine is surrounded by beautiful gardens and features a unique architecture inspired by traditional Japanese temples. Visitors can explore the shrine's main hall, which houses the shrine's treasure room and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari
- Coordinates
- 43.2200643, 140.3282535
Visitor tip
When visiting the shrine, make sure to bring a small gift of white rice or mochi as an offering to Inari Okami.
Cultural notes
Kawa-White Rice God Shrine is known for its beautiful autumn foliage and vibrant spring festivals. According to Shinto mythology, Inari Okami is often depicted with multiple messengers (known as 'tatsu') who carry rice grains between the heavens and earth.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Meiji period in 1873.