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Toyokawa Inari

愛知県

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A magnificent ancient temple with a row of fox statues lined up.

Toyokawa Inari is one of the three major Inari shrines in Japan. It has a long history and is said to have been visited by the rulers Nobunaga, Hideyoshi, and Ieyasu. The town in front of the shrine is also enjoyable for shopping and gourmet food.

Features & How to Enjoy

Classic History

Highlights

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A Spectacle of Over 1000 White Fox Statues Lined Up!

The biggest feature of Toyokawa Inari is the spectacle of over 1000 white fox statues, both big and small, lined up. This is because foxes are considered messengers in Inari faith and are said to appear in the form of foxes. Foxes are believed to be gods who grant many wishes, such as prosperity in business, safety in the home, traffic safety, and academic success. As a result, many visitors can be seen praying to the fox statues while making their wishes. In addition, each fox statue has a different expression and pose, making it enjoyable just to look at. Toyokawa Inari is also attracting attention as a tourist spot due to its unique spectacle, so why not visit to see the fox statues for yourself?

Point 2

Stroll Through the Vast Grounds Scattered with Historic Cultural Properties!

The grounds of Toyokawa Inari Shrine are home to over 90 halls and towers of various sizes, collectively known as Enpukuzan Myokanji, and is also known as one of the most famous spiritual sites in the Tokai region. The grounds cover approximately 13 hectares and are scattered with historic cultural properties. By strolling through the grounds, you can enjoy the rich nature and historic architecture. The stroll through the grounds of Toyokawa Inari Shrine is not only a way to enjoy nature and historic architecture, but also a charming spot where you can purchase amulets and receive Inari Okaimi Shrine seals, among other things.

Point 3

Souvenirs and Food in the Monzen-cho District!

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The Monzen-cho district of Toyokawa Inari has many souvenirs and gourmet foods. In the surrounding area, there are many famous souvenirs such as anpan (sweet bean paste bread) in the shape of a fox, which is associated with the blessings of Toyokawa Inari, and Inari sushi, which is made with the sacred object of Toyokawa Inari. In addition, there are unique B-class gourmet foods in the Monzen-cho district. In particular, "Toyokawa specialty tenmusubi" is a volume-packed local dish that is known as a representative B-class gourmet food of Toyokawa City. For tourists, it's an attractive Monzen-cho district where you can enjoy a rich variety of souvenirs and gourmet foods!

Point 4

Attractions of Akatsuka Mountain Park: Aquarium and Petting Zoo

Toyokawa Akatsuka Mountain Park is a comprehensive park built in 1993 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Toyokawa City's founding. The park features the only freshwater fish aquarium in the Higashi-Mikawa area, Gyogyo Land, which exhibits fish and other creatures from Toyokawa as well as tropical fish from around the world. In addition, the petting zoo allows visitors to interact with rabbits, ponies, hamsters, and more, making it a perfect outing for families. The park is also equipped with spaces for enjoying nature, a water play area for children, a lawn area, and more, offering various ways to have fun. A famous tourist spot in Toyokawa City, the park is popular among both children and adults. Why not visit Akatsuka Mountain Park and Toyokawa Inari Shrine together?

Point 5

Experience Theme Park with a Nature and Agriculture Theme

Sante Park Tawara is an experiential theme park with a nature and agriculture theme. The park features a vegetable amusement park, a small animal zoo, a duck pond, a flower garden, and more, making it a popular spot for families and couples. In addition, you can enjoy making sausages, ice cream, and depending on the season, blueberry and strawberry picking as a handmade experience. Furthermore, there are restaurants and souvenir shops in the park where you can purchase dishes and souvenirs made with fresh local ingredients. It's also recommended to visit the park to see the seasonal flowers, as flower information is updated on the official website and tourist information sites. Why not visit together when you visit Toyokawa Inari?

Sightseeing

One of Japan's Three Great Inari Shrines, Known for Business Prosperity

Toyokawa Inari is one of Japan's Three Great Inari Shrines, known throughout the country for its power to bring business prosperity. It is a temple of the Soto Zen sect and was founded about 580 years ago during the Muromachi period. It has been revered by many historical figures such as Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Tokugawa Ieyasu, and literary figures such as Watanabe Kazan. The precincts of Toyokawa Inari cover about 13 hectares and include notable features such as the main hall, built entirely of zelkova wood, and the Toyokawa Kaku treasure hall. The biggest feature is the more than 1,000 white fox statues, both large and small, which are believed to grant many wishes, including business prosperity, household safety, traffic safety, and academic success. Toyokawa Inari is known as the god of business prosperity, and has a mysterious atmosphere. Why not visit and receive some power?

Basic Information

	Address	1 Toyokawacho, Toyokawa-shi, Aichi 442-0033
	Business Hours	Open Monday to Sunday from 5:00am to 6:00pm.
	TEL	0533-85-2030
	Web Site	https://www.toyokawainari.jp/

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