Lord Kato Kiyomasa enshrined two spiritual foxes as guardian spirits.
To Pray for Prosperous Business from the White Fox Guardian Spirit
With a history of over 400 years, Kumamoto Castle Inari Shrine was recommended by Lord Kato Kiyomasa as the guardian deity of Kumamoto Castle and the surrounding town. It enshrines various deities for prosperous businesses and abundant harvests, and is affectionately known as “Shirahige-san”. The unique kaiun mizu-mikuji fortune-teller is also popular.
Kumamoto Castle Inari Shrine
096-355-3521
Address:3-13 Honmaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City
Access:5-minute walk from Torichosuji tram stop
Business hour:9:00a.m.-5:00p.m. (office hours)
Closing dates : No scheduled holidays
WEBSITE : http://k-inari.com/