■Minowa Inari Shrine, Shimizu

🦊 Spot Overview

Minowa Inari Shrine is a small but atmospheric Shinto shrine located in Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City. Known for its striking row of bright red torii gates, the shrine offers a peaceful, local experience away from major tourist crowds. Visitors can enjoy a short walk through the torii-lined approach and explore the compact grounds dedicated to Inari, the deity of prosperity and good fortune. Its convenient location makes it easy to combine with nearby coastal areas, local cafés, and historical sites along the old Tokaido route. A brief yet charming stop for travelers seeking authentic everyday Japan.

🌟 Highlights – Minowa Inari Shrine

  • Red Torii Pathway
    A photogenic line of vivid red torii gates leading up to the shrine.
  • Local, Non‑Touristy Atmosphere
    A quiet neighborhood shrine offering an authentic glimpse of daily Japanese life.
  • Inari Worship
    Fox statues and traditional motifs dedicated to the deity of prosperity.
  • Easy to Combine with Nearby Spots
    Close to Shimizu’s coastal area, cafés, and Tokaido‑related historical sites.

💡 Useful Tips for Visitors

  • Short visit: 10–15 minutes is enough to explore the grounds.
  • Wear comfortable shoes—the approach includes a gentle slope and steps.
  • Best time for photos: morning or late afternoon for soft light on the red torii.
  • Respect the neighborhood—the shrine is located in a quiet residential area.
  • Combine with: S-Pulse Dream Plaza, Miho no Matsubara.

🚐 Access from Shimizu Port (Hinode Pier)

1. On Foot – Recommended

  • Travel time: approx. 20 minutes
  • The shrine is easily reachable on foot from the port area.
  • The walk takes you through quiet local streets, offering a pleasant look at everyday life in Shimizu.
  • Ideal for travelers who enjoy exploring at a relaxed pace.

2. Taxi – Fastest & Most Convenient

  • Travel time: approx. 5 minutes
  • Convenient if you prefer a quick and easy transfer.

📍 Location

Address: 6-12, Minowacho, Shimizu Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture
Located in a quiet residential area of Shimizu Ward, a short distance from JR Shimizu Station.

Sights and Experience from Shimizu Port

■Shimizu Area
S-Pulse Dream Plaza (Shimizu Port), Shimizu　　Ryugeji Temple, Shimizu　　Seishintei Tea House, Shimizu Funakoshi Tsutsumi Park, Shizuoka, Shimizu　　Shimizu Ekimae Ginza Shopping Street, Shimizu　　Shimizu Fish Market, Riverside Market, Shimizu　　Shimizu Port Seamen’s Inn Museum”SUEHIRO”, Shimizu　　Minowa Inari Shrine, Shimizu　　Shimizuminato Jirocho Seika (Jirocho’s Birthplace), Shimizu　　Miho no Matsubara　　Nihondaira ( Yume-Terrace)　　Nihondaira Ocha Kaikan　　Nihondaira Ropeway　　Nippondaira Hotel　　Kunozan Toshogu Shrine　　Satta Pass　　Jiji-in Temple, Shizuoka　　▲Shizuoka City Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art 【Long-Term Closure】
■Shizuoka Area
Oden Yokocho ( Aoba Yokocho), Shizuoka　　Shizuoka City Museum of History　　Shizuoka Gofuku-cho Shopping Street　　Shizuoka Hobby Square　　Shizuoka Sengen Shrine, Shizuoka　　Sumpu Castle Park, Shizuoka
■Eastern Shizuoka Area
Lake Ashi (Ashinoko)　　Hakone Area　　Owakudani Valley, Hakone　　Mishima Sky Walk　　Fuji Safari Park　　Fuji Bussharito Heiwa Park, Gotemba　　Gotemba Premium Outlets, Gotemba　　Mt.Fuji World Heritage Centre, Shizuoka　　Fujisan Hongu Sengen Taisha Shrine, Fuji-City　　Jinba Falls, Fujinomiya　　Lake Tanuki　　Shiraito Falls, Fujinomiya　　Taiseki-Ji Temple, Fujinomiya　　Obuchi-sasaba, Fuji-City
■Close to Mt.Fuji
Oshino Hakkai　　Lake Kawaguchi　　Lake Motosu　　Saiko Iyashi-no-Sato Nemba　　Arakurayama Sengen Park, Fujiyoshida　　Kitaguchihongu Fuji Sengenjinja, Fujiyoshida　　Narusawa Ice Cave　　Yurari Hot Springs （Fuji Chobo no Yu Yurari）