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Sponsored by Saga Prefectural Tourism Federation<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

At Kashima<\/strong> town in Saga<\/strong> prefecture, there is the shrine named Y\u016btoku Inari <\/strong>which is one of the most famous shrines in Japan <\/strong>dedicated to Inari<\/strong>. I will introduce this famous shrine to you, it is definitely a must-see place<\/strong> if you visit the Saga area.<\/p>\n

Visiting the Y\u016btoku Inari Shrine<\/h2>\n

One of the Thrhttps:\/\/voyapon.com\/yutoku-inari-shrine-japan\/ee Largest Shrines Dedicated to Inari in Japan<\/h3>\n

Y\u016btoku Inari<\/strong> is dedicated to Inari; you may have heard of the kami (the deities in the Shinto<\/strong> religion) represented by a fox. He is one of the principal deities in the Shinto religion<\/strong>, Inari is associated with rice, general prosperity, and worldly success.<\/p>\n

It is one of the three largest shrines dedicated to Inari<\/strong>. The other two are Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto<\/strong> and Toyokawa Inari in Aichi<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Founded in 1687 by the local lord’s wife, Yutoku Inari shrine has been built on a unique place on the steep hill of a valley.<\/p>\n

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Impressive Architecture for the Main Building<\/h3>\n

The entrance is majestic with its beautiful door painted in brilliant colors<\/strong> and bordered by a pond filled with carps<\/strong>. What is impressive when you enter is to discover that its main building is built on a hillside<\/strong>. It is located on large red wooden stilts which are 18 meters high. Visiting Yutoku Inari Shrine reminded of me the famous Kiyomizudera temple<\/strong> in Kyoto<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Getting Closer to the “Honden” Building of Y\u016btoku Inari Shrine<\/h3>\n

To get to the main building, you have to climb some steps. Before arriving at your destination, you can take a break to admire the beautiful view<\/strong> of the rooftops of the shrine and the neighbouring buildings<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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The Main Building of Y\u016btoku Inari Shrine<\/h3>\n

Due to the heat of the summer, I had difficulty climbing all these steps to reach the Honden<\/strong> ( the main building ) but it was well worth it. The building is a bright red and the view from above is magnificent. If you are not confident to go up to the top, an elevator<\/strong> allows visitors to directly access it!<\/p>\n

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The Vivid Red Torii of This Shrine<\/h3>\n

From the terrace of the main building, you can continue the walk. It leads to a hillside<\/strong> further behind the shrine. During your walk, you will pass under some beautiful red torii<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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 Climb a Little Higher Up to the Shrine<\/h3>\n

Along the path, there are several beautiful little shrines<\/strong> decorating the borders of the pathway. Unfortunately, I did not manage to climb all the way up because it was super hot at the end of July. In addition, the path became steeper and I did not have the right shoes to continue, but you should know that at the top there is a small shrine<\/strong> and a breathtaking view of Kashima<\/strong> and the Ariake sea<\/strong> waiting for you  !<\/p>\n

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Many events<\/strong> take place at the Y\u016btoku Inari shrine<\/strong> throughout the year, some feature dances<\/strong>, others feature traditional shows<\/strong>. The official website of the Yutoku Inari<\/strong> <\/a>has more information for your visit. Two of the most popular are the Hatsuuma Festival in the spring<\/strong> and the fall shooting ceremony<\/strong>. These festivals have been going on for hundreds of years. Whatever season you are visiting, Yutoku Inari deserves a visit<\/strong> !!!<\/p>\n

What to Eat near Yutoku Inari Shrine?<\/h2>\n

Before you go to the shrine, you might go through this main street<\/strong>. Do not hesitate to stop by if you are there during lunchtime. The many restaurants<\/strong> on the street offer cheap dishes<\/strong> such as the famous Donburi<\/strong><\/a>, rice bowls covered with meat, fish, or chicken.<\/p>\n

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How to Get to Y\u016btoku Inari ?<\/h2>\n