Japanese shrines

Yokohama Ichinomiya Shrine

横浜一之宮神社

Kanagawa

A Shinto shrine located in Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, bearing the prestigious 'Ichinomiya' designation which indicates its historical status as the primary shrine of the region.

Yokomizo Inari Shrine

横溝稲荷

Kanagawa

A local Inari shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to the deity of rice, prosperity, and good fortune. Like many neighborhood Inari shrines throughout Japan, it serves the spiritual needs of the surrounding community.

Yokoneinari-jinja Shrine

横根稲荷神社

Kanagawa

Located in the city of Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, Yokoneinari-jinja Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to Inari Okami, the Shinto god of rice and fertility. The shrine's architecture reflects its historical significance as a major hub for trade and commerce during the Edo period. With its traditional torii gate and beautiful gardens, the shrine offers a serene atmosphere that attracts visitors from all over Japan.

Yoshioka Shinmeisha Shrine

吉岡神明社

Kanagawa

Yoshioka Shinmeisha is a Shinmei shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon. As a Shinmei shrine, it follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with the worship of Amaterasu, often featuring simple, elegant wooden structures that emphasize purity and natural beauty.

Yoshioka Shinmeisha Shrine

吉岡神明社

Kanagawa

Yoshioka Shinmeisha is a Shinmei shrine in Kanagawa Prefecture dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and supreme deity of the Shinto pantheon. As indicated by the Shinmei designation, this shrine follows the architectural and ritual traditions associated with Ise Grand Shrine, featuring the characteristic worship of the solar deity who is considered the ancestral kami of the Japanese imperial family.

Yui Wakamiya Yōhaijo Shrine

由比若宮遙拝所

Kanagawa

Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine

銭洗弁天 宇賀福神社

Kanagawa

Zoi Hachiman Shrine

増威八幡社

Kanagawa

白赤稲荷大伸 Fushimi Hakuseki Inari Shrine

白赤稲荷大伸

Kanagawa

Located in Fukuoka, the capital city of Kyushu, Fushimi Hakuseki Inari Shrine is one of Japan's oldest and most revered Shinto shrines dedicated to Inari Okami, the deity of rice, fertility, and prosperity. The shrine's name 'Hakuseki' means 'enlightened imperial road', signifying its connection to the imperial court. The shrine's architecture reflects a traditional Japanese style, with a majestic torii gate and a serene garden. Visitors can walk through the forested paths and take in the tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those seeking spiritual renewal.