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Chizuka Inari Shrine
台東区竜泉2丁目19−3
A shrine enshrining the deity of bountiful harvests, long revered for the safety of the household and prosperity in business. It is also known as one of the settings for Higuchi Ichiyo's novel 'Takekurabe' (The Bamboo Shoots).
Enshrined deities
Ukanomitama-no-Okami (Inari)
History
The exact date of founding is unknown, but it is estimated to date back to the Kanbun era (1661–1673). It was formerly divided into two shrines, Kami-Chizuka Inari and Shimo-Chizuka Inari, with Shimo-Chizuka Inari serving as the tutelary deity of the Kita-Chizuka district. Since the establishment of Ryūsenji Village, it has been revered as the village's tutelary shrine.
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Blessings
Offers blessings for household safety, business prosperity, and protection from misfortune and illness (Yakuyoke).
What visitors say
Known as the setting for Higuchi Ichiyo's novel 'Takekurabe' (The Bamboo Shoots), the shrine grounds feature a stone statue of Higuchi Ichiyo and a literary monument. Located in a quiet spot one street off the national highway, it has a hidden-gem atmosphere. Goshuin (shrine seal stamps) are available; for a 500 yen offering, you can receive a handwritten Goshuin.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:00
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:00
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