Tatehama Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the town of Matsumae, northern Hokkaido. Dedicated to the kami Inari Okami, it is one of the oldest and most respected shrines in the region. The shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles, with a main hall featuring a stunning hinoki cypress roof. Visitors can participate in the annual matsuri festival, which honors the goddess of rice, fertility, and prosperity.
- Denomination
- shinto
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inari Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Okami
- Coordinates
- 41.4488712, 140.0439363
Visitor tip
Visit the shrine's gift shop to purchase traditional Japanese sweets, such as daifuku, a favorite snack of Inari Okami.
Cultural notes
Tatehama Inari Shrine is connected to the mythological figure of Fujin, the wind god, who is said to reside in the nearby mountains. During the matsuri festival, locals dress in traditional attire and perform ritual dances to honor the kami.
Historical note
The shrine was built in 1872 by the Satsuma Domain.