Tama-no-Hashi Shrine, located in the town of Kuroba in Ibaraki Prefecture, is dedicated to the Shinto deity Inari Okami. The shrine's main hall was built during the Edo period and features a distinctive architecture with three-tiered roofs and a vermilion torii gate. Visitors can participate in traditional ceremonies, such as the O-masubeni service, which takes place once a year on January 1st to pray for good luck and prosperity.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari
- Kami enshrined
- Inari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 35.7648987, 139.7791031
Visitor tip
To get the most out of your visit, consider attending the O-masubeni service on January 1st to witness the traditional prayers and offerings.
Cultural notes
As an Inari shrine, Tama-no-Hashi Shrine is known for its association with rice and grains. The shrine's design features a prominent stone foundation with a large number of rice paddy stones, said to be used by Inari Okami as his sacred seat.
Historical note
The shrine was founded during the Edo period, specifically in 1620 by Tokugawa Iemasa.