Hotokusan Inari Taisha Shrine, Shinto shrine in Japan
Hotokusan Inari Taisha Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Nagaoka dedicated to the fox deity Inari. The grounds feature multiple buildings, red torii gates, prayer areas, and spaces where visitors can rest and walk around.
The shrine was established to honor Inari and bring blessings to the agricultural region around Nagaoka. Over time, it became an important place for the local community and pilgrims visiting to seek good fortune.
The shrine honors Inari, the fox deity believed to bring prosperity and good harvests in Japanese tradition. Visitors encounter the distinctive red torii gates and stone fox statues that mark this spiritual focus.
The shrine is open to visitors at no cost and can be explored at your own pace throughout the day. Wear comfortable shoes since the grounds have stairs and uneven paths that require steady footing.
The shrine's name translates to Mountain of Departed Light, referencing an old local tale that shaped its identity. This poetic naming reveals how deeply rooted local mythology is in this place.
Location: Nagaoka
Website: https://houtoku.or.jp
GPS coordinates: 37.38497,138.75918
Latest update: December 15, 2025 13:27
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