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国富稲荷神社

Japanese Name国富稲荷神社
PrefectureHokkaido
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari Ōkami
Coordinates42.9822243, 140.6483207

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About this Shrine

National Treasure国富稲荷神社 is a Shinto shrine in Sapporo, Hokkaido, dedicated to the rice god Inari Ōkami. Built in 1869, the shrine's architecture reflects traditional Japanese styles with a blend of wooden and iron structures. The shrine is famous for its large torii gate, which stands over 20 meters tall, making it one of the tallest in Japan.

Cultural Significance

Inari Ōkami is revered as the patron deity of rice and fertility. The shrine hosts an annual Autumn Festival (Koyo Matsuri) to celebrate the changing colors of the surrounding maple trees, which are believed to be a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

Enshrined Deities

Inari Ōkami Fūjin Ryūjin

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at dawn or dusk when the sunlight filters through the torii gate's intricate wooden beams.

History

The shrine was rebuilt after a fire in 1873 during the Meiji period.

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