also: いなき
regional official in charge of rice storage (Yamato court)
Archaic term for a local official under the ancient Yamato state, specifically responsible for managing rice storehouses.
The Inagi was a regional official who managed rice storage under the Yamato court.
Inagi (lowest of the eight hereditary titles)
Archaic hereditary title; the lowest rank among the 八色の姓 (Yakusa no Kabane) system. See also 八色の姓.
See also: 八色の姓
Among the eight hereditary titles, Inagi was considered the lowest rank.
Standard kanji spelling for this historical term.
Alternate reading; less common than いなぎ.
The term is composed of 稲 (rice plant) and 置 (to place/store), reflecting the official's role in rice storage. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.