Kumamoto Shiro Inari Jinja

Kumamoto Shiro Inari Jinja is enshrined near the Honmaru of Kumamoto Castle. It stands as the guardian deity of the castle, having protected this land alongside Kumamoto Castle throughout history. Inari is revered as the deity of business prosperity and abundant harvests. Together with the castle's development, it has gathered the faith of countless people. The symbol of martial strength embodied by the castle and the prosperity brought by Inari have together supported Kumamoto's development. Even today, many visitors come to pray for business prosperity and good fortune at this vibrant shrine.