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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?

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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.

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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!

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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	5:00～18:00
	TEL	0533-85-2030
	Web Site	https://www.toyokawainari.jp/

Average Review

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正式には妙厳寺（みょうごんじ）という千手観音菩薩を本尊とする曹洞宗の仏教寺院で、永享5年（1433）、曹洞宗の僧・東海義易（とうかいぎえき）によって開かれました。豊川稲荷は仏教寺院でありながら、「稲荷大明神」への信仰も集めています。これは仏教の荼枳尼天信仰と、日本の稲荷信仰が融合したもので、江戸時代から庶民や武士に広く信仰されました。荼枳尼天は白狐に乗るインド起源の女神で、五穀豊穣・商売繁盛の神として知られます。この荼枳尼天の姿や性格が、稲荷信仰の神である「宇迦之御魂神（うかのみたまのかみ）」と似ていたため、稲荷として信仰されるようになりました。江戸時代には、武士や町人の間で「願いがよく叶う稲荷」として人気を博し、商売繁盛・金運・芸能の守護として全国から信仰を集めました。稲荷信仰の起源は奈良時代、京都の伏見稲荷大社がその始まりとされます。ご祭神の宇迦之御魂神は五穀豊穣・農業の神で農民、商人、庶民層から信仰され、のちに商売繁盛や芸能、交通安全などにも広がりました。稲荷の意味は「稲を荷（にな）う」、つまり稲穂をもたらす神ということで、もともとは五穀豊穣、農業の守り神でした。明治新政府は国家神道の確立のため、神仏の分離を命令し、多くの寺院は「稲荷神」を祀ることを禁じられましたが、豊川稲荷は「荼枳尼天信仰」という形で生き残りました。妙厳寺は今でも神仏習合の名残を色濃く残す稀少な例です。境内には千体を超える狐像が並ぶ「霊狐塚」があり、願いが叶った参拝者たちが、感謝のしるしとして狐像を奉納していきました。

初めて伺いましたが、想像以上に大きなお稲荷さん。鳥居とお寺が共存してる。残念なのは御朱印の受付が15:30で終了すること。また、たくさんの人が参詣するからか、巡礼通路が決められてます。行った時は夕方で誰もいないのに。近くの参拝者駐車場は500円、御朱印も貰えず残念すぎる。再度、チャレンジします。

狐塚は圧巻でした。千本織祈祷もお願いしました。願い事を筆を使い記入するのですが難しいです。担当していただいた職員の方の仕事ぶりには頭が下がりました。ありがとうございます♪

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