Sanko Inari Jinja Shrine | Japan Highlights Travel, for sightseeing around Tokaido
Nagoya Station
[Sanko Inari Jinja Shrine]
A Shinto shrine at the foot of Inuyama Castle, famous for cute, heart-shaped wooden wishing plaques
When you spot red torii gates near the south castle entrance at the foot of Inuyama Castle, that's Sanko Inari Jinja Shrine. This shrine is accompanied by Sarutahiko Jinja Shrine, which enshrines Sarutahiko, who is worshiped as a god of good luck; Himeki Jinja Shrine, which brings good fortune for finding a good partner and happiness in the home; and Zeniarai Inari Jinja Shrine, at which, if you purify your money with the divine water, you will receive divine blessings. The shrine also enshrines Kijoro-kami, who listens to women and grants their wishes. Each god listens to different wishes. The pink, heart-shaped wooden plaques offered at this shrine are highly popular. Hundreds of them are hung lining the stands, a sight so impressive, visitors can't help taking photos of them. This shrine is a must-visit when you come to Inuyama Castle for sightseeing.
| Posted photos | Main What you see beyond the red torii gates are heart-shaped wooden plaques filled with the wishes of each offerer Two photos Upper Why don't you write your wishes for a good partner and a happy home on a wooden plaque?, lower Wash your money with the divine water at Zeniarai Inari Jinja Shrine and receive divine blessings |
| Address | 65-18 Kitakoken, Inuyama, Inuyama City, Aichi |
| Phone | +81-568-61-0702 (Japanese only) |
| Hours | 24 hours Office opening hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. |
| Holidays | Open every day |
| Admission fee | Shrine grounds are free to enter |
| Access | Alight at "Nagoya Station" of JR Tokaido Shinkansen and walk to "Meitetsu Nagoya Station". Take the Meitetsu Inuyama Line Rapid Limited Express or Limited Express for approx. 30 minutes, alight at "Inuyama Yuen Station", and walk for approx. 16 minutes. |
| URL | Inuyama Tourist Information https://inuyama.gr.jp/sanko-s.html |
updated on Sep 30, 2018
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