Located in the city of Kitaibaraki, Niigata Prefecture, Tategyouji Inari Jinja is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the kami of rice, industry, and fertility. The shrine's name, meaning 'the path of great deeds,' reflects its significance as a site for ritual performances and ceremonial dances that honor the power of the kami.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 37.5150339, 139.8203807
Visitor tip
When visiting Tategyouji Inari Jinja, consider performing a small purification ritual by offering a few coins at the entrance gates to ensure a safe and auspicious journey.
Cultural notes
Tategyouji Inari Jinja is known for its unique architecture, which features a long vermilion torii gate that symbolizes the connection between heaven and earth. During the spring festival of 'Shinobazu' (named after the lake on the shrine grounds), locals perform traditional dances to honor Inari Okami and pray for good harvests.
Historical note
The shrine was established in 1618 during the Edo period, with records of worship dating back to the Heian era (794-1185).