Taikodani Inari Shrine

Taikodani Inari Shrine

Taikodani Inari Shrine (太鼓谷稲成神社) is a Shinto shrine located in Tsuwano, Shimane Prefecture, Japan. The shrine is dedicated to the god Inari, who is associated with fertility, prosperity, and agriculture.

The shrine is located at the foot of a mountain and is known for its long, winding staircase that leads up to the main shrine building. The staircase is lined with hundreds of torii gates, which are traditional Japanese gates that mark the entrance to a sacred space.

Visitors to Taikodani Inari Shrine can explore the shrine’s grounds and learn about the history and traditions of Shintoism. The shrine features several buildings and structures, including the main shrine building, a purification fountain, and a prayer hall.

One of the most popular features of the shrine is its “Senbon Torii,” a path of torii gates that extends for several hundred meters up the mountain behind the shrine. Visitors can walk the path and enjoy views of the surrounding countryside, as well as the impressive sight of the thousands of torii gates that line the path.

Getting there

From Tsuwano Station to Taikodani Inari Shrine:

WalkAbout 32 minutes (2.2 km)

Details

Hours9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
AdmissionFree
Phone+81 856-72-0219
Address409 Gota, Tsuwano-machi, Kaashi-gun, Shimane Prefecture 699-5605
Official Websitehttp://taikodani.jp/