Shiroyama Inari Jinja

Shiroyama Inari Jinja is enshrined in Tono-cho, at the foot of Matsue Castle, and shares deep connections with the castle, having walked alongside the development of the castle town throughout its history. Inari deities are known as kami of business prosperity and abundant harvests, and have received devoted worship from Matsue's merchants and craftspeople. Its location, surrounded by the historic environment of Matsue Castle, is truly befitting a guardian deity of the castle town. Even in modern times, local merchants and tourists visiting Matsue continue to offer prayers for business prosperity and good fortune, making it a hidden gem of Matsue.