Sasuke Inari Shrine
佐助稲荷神社
Red torii gates climb through the forest to the main hall, with hundreds of white fox statues scattered over the mossy ground; it is known as “Kamakura's Fushimi Inari.”
Sasuke Inari Shrine is said to have been founded after Minamoto no Yoritomo, while in exile in Izu, received guidance in a dream from the Inari deity to raise his army. It is regarded as a god of getting ahead in life. Dozens of red torii line the stone steps of the approach. Beyond them stands a small main hall surrounded by forest. The moss and rocks around it are covered with white fox statues of all sizes, creating a mysterious atmosphere with few visitors. Worship is free. It is about a 10-minute walk from Zeniarai Benten, so you can link Zeniarai Benten, Sasuke Inari and the Great Buddha hiking route. From Kamakura Station's west exit, it is about a 20-minute walk. The stone steps are slippery after rain, and mosquitoes can be a nuisance.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Zeniarai Benzaiten Ugafuku Shrine
- Great Buddha of Kamakura (Kotoku-in)
- Jochi-ji Temple
- Tokei-ji Temple
- Hase-dera
- Komachi-dori
- Goryo Shrine (Sakanoshita)
- Yuigahama Beach