Shiwa Inari Shrine
志和稲荷神社
Iwate · Shiwa
Inari Commerce
Takahashi Inari Shrine
高橋稲荷神社
/ Takahashi Inari Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
20 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Overview
One of Japan's Five Great Inari Shrines, known for its Hatsu-uma (First Horse Day) festival.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1496 [明応5年]
One of the Five Great Inari Shrines of Japan.
📄
Documented
1496 Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Deity of rice, agriculture, foxes, fertility, commerce, and industry
Blessings
Shrine Network
Inari notable_branch
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
32.7861, 130.6722
Physical Address
9-6-20 Jodai, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto 860-0068
〒860-0068 熊本県熊本市西区上代9-6-20
Historical Province
Higo
Access
Kami-Kumamoto Station (JR Kagoshima Line)
20 min walk
Hours
24 hours
Best Times to Visit
February (Hatsu-uma festival)
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
One of Japan's Five Great Inari Shrines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Takahashi Inari Shrine?
One of Japan's Five Great Inari Shrines, known for its Hatsu-uma (First Horse Day) festival.
Where is Takahashi Inari Shrine located?
Takahashi Inari Shrine is located in Kumamoto, Kumamoto. The full address is: 9-6-20 Jodai, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto 860-0068.