Shiwa Inari Shrine
志和稲荷神社
Iwate · Shiwa
Inari Commerce
Yutoku Inari Shrine
祐徳稲荷神社
/ Yūtoku Inari Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
¥300
Access
See details
Hours
24 hours
Overview
One of Japan's Three Great Inari Shrines, Yutoku Inari features a dramatic hillside main hall built on stilts — reminiscent of Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera. The colorful shrine buildings climbing up the hillside create a stunning visual against the mountain backdrop.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
1687 [貞享4年]
One of Japan's Three Great Inari Shrines (with Fushimi Inari and Toyokawa Inari).
📄
Documented
1687 Enshrined Deities
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primary Deity
Deity of rice, agriculture, foxes, fertility, commerce, and industry
Blessings
Shrine Network
Inari notable_branch
Did You Know?
💡
The main hall is built on stilts (kake-zukuri) like Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera, offering dramatic views.
Source: documented
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
33.0833, 130.0972
Physical Address
1855 Furueotsu, Kashima, Saga 849-1321
〒849-1321 佐賀県鹿島市古枝乙1855
Historical Province
Hizen
Access
Hizen-Kashima Station (JR Nagasaki Line)
Hours
24 hours
Bus
Bus from Hizen-Kashima Station, ~10 min
Best Times to Visit
New YearSpring (cherry blossoms)
Foreign Language Support
English signage
Accessibility
Elevator to main hall
Official Website
https://www.yutokusan.jp/
Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.
Why This Shrine
One of Japan's Three Great Inari Shrines with a Kiyomizu-style elevated main hall.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team
What is Yutoku Inari Shrine?
One of Japan's Three Great Inari Shrines, Yutoku Inari features a dramatic hillside main hall built on stilts — reminiscent of Kyoto's Kiyomizu-dera. The colorful shrine buildings climbing up the hillside create a stunning visual against the mountain backdrop.
Where is Yutoku Inari Shrine located?
Yutoku Inari Shrine is located in Kashima, Saga. The full address is: 1855 Furueotsu, Kashima, Saga 849-1321.
What deities are enshrined at Yutoku Inari Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Ukanomitama no Kami.