Overview
This is a continuation of my recent travel journal.
In this post, I’ll talk about my visit to Motonosumi-Inari Jinjya Shrine in Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Motonosumi-Inari Jinjya Shrine
Here’s Hachiwari, at Motonosumi-Inari Jinjya Shrine.
And here’s Hachiwari again, at Motonosumi-Inari Jinjya Shrine.
Motonosumi-Inari Jinjya Shrine is famously known for its 123 torii gates.
While not mentioned on-site, the shrine’s real name is “Motonosumi-Inari Jinjya Shrine.” It was shortened to a simpler name for better recognition among foreign tourists. Interestingly, it’s not affiliated with any religious organization—it’s privately owned by someone named Okamura-san.
The cliff beyond the torii gates looks like this:
It’s a sheer drop! The rocky area beyond, which is inaccessible, is known as Ryugu no Shiofuki (Dragon Palace Blowhole).
Along the Journey
Here’s a poster featuring a despairing elementary school student that caught my attention.
And here’s a beautiful lakeside view along the way. Stop it! It reminds Midori-san of Aomori, the hometown of the heart, and it’s enough to bring tears to their eyes.
