Inokashira Benzaiten

Inokashira Benzaiten is a shrine located in Mitaka, Japan. It is dedicated to the goddess Benzaiten, the goddess of beauty, music and good fortune. The shrine is surrounded by a beautiful park and is a popular place for viewing traditional Japanese architecture. Visitors can see the beautiful five-story pagoda, which is one of the main attractions of the shrine. The shrine also has two ponds with lotus flowers blooming all year round. It is a great place to explore traditional Japanese culture and history. The shrine also has a fascinating story from Japanese mythology: the god Ninigi-no-Mikoto is said to have descended from heaven to earth from the magnificent Kamo-no-Hashi bridge that is located in the temple’s outer grounds. Those interested in art should visit the shrine’s museums that contain various art pieces from Japanese artists.