Sasuke Inari Shrine

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According to legend, prior to the establishment of the Kamakura Shogunate by Minamoto no Yoritomo, an Inari spirit (in the form of a white fox) appeared to Yoritomo in a dream and told him the best time to launch an attack on his enemies the Heike clan. Following this advice, Yoritomo succeeded in crushing the Heike and became the first Shogun of the Kamakura Shogunate. In gratitude, Yoritomo had the Sasuke Inari Shrine built. Due to the influence of this legend, worshipping at the Sasuke Inari Shrine is believed to be helpful for one’s work and future career prospects.

Spot details

Address: Kanagawa Pref. Kamakurashi Sasuke 2-22-12 Map
Area: Kamakura Area
Hours: [1/1-1/3] 9:00-18:00 [1/4/1/5] 9:00-17:00
Closed: open everyday
Fees: [Worship fee] Free
Parking Lot: Not available
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Not available
Wi-Fi: Available
Average budget: [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
Estimated stay time: 0-30 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Available

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Sasuke Inari Shrine

Reviewed : 2020.06.26

What stands out the most are the impressive red Tori gates leading up the the main temple. This Shinto shrine is dedicated to the Fox (Inari) deity. The Inari deity is very much honored and...
Peaceful and sublime Shrine

Reviewed : 2019.08.10

Impressive, historic, sublime Shrine and grounds. Very well preserved Shrine with inspiring natural grounds, recommended if you are visiting the Kamakura area.
A Hidden Gem

Reviewed : 2019.07.07

Only a handful of people were here so I was able to get awesome photos of the numerous tori gates without people in the photos. As you climb the hill, you leave the tori gates and walk through a...