稲荷神社

Japanese Name稲荷神社
PrefectureAkita
ReligionShinto
Primary DeityInari
Coordinates39.7489911, 140.0769303

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About this Shrine

Inakaya Shrine, located in Akita Prefecture, is one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines dedicated to Inari Okami, the patron deity of rice and agriculture. The shrine's architecture reflects its Heian period origins, with a five-story pagoda and wooden structures dating back to 718 CE.

Cultural Significance

Inari Okami is revered for his role in protecting crops and ensuring bountiful harvests. The shrine is also famous for its thousands of vermillion torii gates, which symbolize the many shrines dedicated to Inari found throughout Japan.

Enshrined Deities

Inari

Location

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