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渋川稲荷神社

Japanese Name渋川稲荷神社
PrefectureShizuoka
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityShima Inari
Coordinates34.9247599, 137.6849543

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About this Shrine

Located in the Shizuoka Prefecture, Shinokawa Inari Shrine is a renowned Shinto temple dedicated to the Shima Inari, a deity associated with weaving and agriculture. The shrine's unique architecture features several small shrines, called 'orizukuri,' which are arranged along the banks of the nearby Shinokawa River. These orizukuri are said to be the 'wings' of the Shima Inari, protecting the crops and livestock of the local villagers.

Cultural Significance

Shinokawa Inari Shrine is famous for its unique orizukuri system, which was influenced by the nearby Atsumi Sanzan shrines. The shrine's association with weaving and agriculture also connects it to the Shinto mythology of the spider goddess, Tsukiyomi-no-Kami.

Enshrined Deities

Shima Inari

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the orizukuri of Shinokawa Inari Shrine, consider visiting early in the morning or late in the evening when the sun casts a warm glow on the shrines. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy it by the riverbank, taking in the serene atmosphere.

History

The shrine was built in 1572 by the Imagawa clan, a powerful daimyo family during the Sengoku period. It is believed that the clan's founder, Lord Imagawa Yoshimoto, made a vow to the Shima Inari to protect his people and lands.

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