Located in the city of Tochigi, Tochiji Inari Taisha is one of Japan's most revered Shinto shrines dedicated to the worship of Inari Okami, the god of rice and fertility. The shrine complex features a unique architecture with a grand hall known as the 'Main Shrine' and several smaller shrines and buildings. Visitors can experience traditional Japanese culture through various festivals and rituals throughout the year.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami, Ukanose no Kami
- Coordinates
- 36.8173501, 139.7166085
Visitor tip
To make an offering to Inari Okami, purchase a bundle of rice grains called 'mikoshi' at the shrine's gift shop and leave it on the altar, then pray for good luck and prosperity.
Cultural notes
As the primary shrine of Tochigi Prefecture, Tochiji Inari Taisha is deeply connected to regional folklore. The shrine is famous for its annual 'Mikoshi Festival' where people carry sacred mikoshi through the streets of Tochigi City to promote health and happiness.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in 741 AD during the Nara period, making it one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan.