稲荷大明神 · Rice and agriculture
Inari Ōkami
Inari Ōkami is the kami of rice, agriculture, and prosperity. Often depicted with foxes, which serve as messengers, Inari is worshiped in various forms across Japan. The deity encompasses both male and female aspects and represents fertility and flourishing harvests.
Mythology
Inari's origins as a kami relate to agricultural rituals surrounding rice cultivation. As rice became a staple food, the worship of Inari grew, often associated with the prosperity of harvests and abundance.