Shinto shrine
Ube Jinja
宇倍神社(うべじんじゃ)
Tottori, Tottori Prefecture
The ichinomiya (chief shrine) of Inaba Province, which enshrines Takenouchi no Sukune no Mikoto. It is also connected with festivals carried on in the area, such as the Kirin Jishi lion dance and the procession of the portable shrine.
English pages are the site’s own translations of its Japanese pages. The sources cited are in Japanese. 日本語で読む
Prayers associated with this place
Enshrined kami: Takenouchi no Sukune no Mikoto
History and things to know
Behind the main sanctuary is 亀金山, the place where, according to tradition, Takenouchi no Sukune no Mikoto ascended to heaven. Along with the history of the shrine, you can learn about the festivals that local people have supported.
Introduced by this site, based on materials from the shrine or temple and public bodies.
Before you visit
Opening hours, access, areas open to visitors, and events can change. Please check the latest guidance from the shrine or temple itself before you go.
Official website of the shrine or temple (may be in Japanese)
Sources (in Japanese)
- 鳥取縣神社廳「宇倍神社」(2026-10-16 確認)
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