A–Z directory

雷電稲荷神社

Japanese Name雷電稲荷神社
PrefectureChiba
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari
Coordinates35.6896062, 139.7048107

⛩ AI-enriched content

About this Shrine

Reidei Inari Shrine, located in the town of Katsuura in Chiba Prefecture, is a renowned Shinto shrine dedicated to the kami of rice and prosperity. The shrine's name 'Reidei' roughly translates to ' Electric Lightning Rice,' which may symbolize the power of lightning bolts associated with Inari Okami, its primary deity. This shrine has long been an important site for farmers and rice merchants, showcasing a blend of traditional architecture and beautiful gardens.

Cultural Significance

Inari Okami is known to be a kami of abundance and fertility. At this shrine, visitors often receive tokens of rice to take home as gifts, symbolizing good fortune and prosperity in their lives.

Enshrined Deities

Inari

Location

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Spot an error?

This shrine data is sourced from OpenStreetMap. You can submit a correction or edit it on OpenStreetMap.

Shrine data © OpenStreetMap contributors, under the Open Database License.

Browse shrines by prefecture

Jump to Shinto shrines across Japan — 108 prefectures in our directory.

Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To avoid waiting, consider visiting the shrine early in the morning or later in the afternoon when it is less crowded.

History

The shrine was rebuilt in 1873 after being destroyed by fire in 1869.

A-Z Creatures
Learn Japanese

Japanese Culture Network

Japanese Wood Joints

Ancient joinery techniques of Japanese master craftsmen

ShrinePuzzle

Directory of Japanese board games and traditional games

Kohibou

Japanese coffee culture — kissaten, third wave and brewing guides

E2Japan

Explore Japan's landmarks, shrines and hidden locations

The 725 Club

SNES and Super Famicom collection tracker

Spaceship Adventures

Hoshi no Isan — a Japanese-aesthetic space RPG in development

Uptown Zero

Pixel art life sim MMO — start at zero, build your life

Book Fairy Tales

AI-powered educational stories for kids

CSSKitsune

Japanese-aesthetic design tokens & AI-ready UI prompts

Shinto Wisdom app icon
Free App · No Ads · Offline

Shinto Wisdom Daily Practice

by 10k Game Studio

Every day, one teaching. One moment of stillness.
Kanji, meaning, and a quiet reflection — rooted in the philosophy behind Japan's forests, seasons, and sacred silences.

結び Musubi 清め Harae 自然 Shizen 間 Ma 誠 Makoto + 45 more
Get it on Google Play

Explore 297+ yōkai, oni, kami, and spirits — plus one of the largest English-language Shinto shrine directories on the web.

Explore
Popular Yokai
Popular Shrines

Content Warning: This website explores Japanese folklore and mythological beings—including yokai, oni, and other supernatural entities—that may be frightening to younger audiences or sensitive viewers. All material is presented for educational and cultural appreciation only. Viewer discretion is advised.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to preview content before sharing it with children. By continuing to use JapaneseMythicalCreatures.com, you acknowledge and accept this advisory.

Copyright © 2026 Japanese Mythical Creatures • All Rights Reserved.