🗺️ Toyokawa Inari Tokyo Betsuin

Located in Toyokawa City, Aichi Prefecture, the "Toyokawa Inari" is one of Japan's three major Inari shrines and serves as a direct branch temple. Generally, Inari refers to shrines dedicated to the worship of foxes, but Toyokawa Inari Tokyo Branch is not a shrine; its official name is "Toyokawa Kaku Myōgen-ji," a temple of the Sōtō Zen sect. The origin of the branch temple can be traced back to the Edo period, known for the "Ōoka Trial" by the town magistrate Ōoka Tadasuke, who worshipped Dakiniten, invited from Toyokawa Inari at his home. At that time, it was also open for the common people to visit. In the 20th year of the Meiji era (1887), it was relocated to its current site in Akasaka Mitsuke. In addition to the main hall dedicated to the principal deity Dakiniten, there are several shrines within the precincts that offer various blessings, such as cutting off bad relationships and praying for children. The uniquely styled "Yūzū Inari" is also very popular; visitors receive a 10-yen coin during their worship, which is said to enhance financial luck when placed in a wallet. If one profits, they are encouraged to return the principal and interest as an offering after a year. Searching for the Seven Lucky Gods within the precincts is also one of the enjoyable activities. From 10 AM to 3 PM, live calligraphy of goshuin (temple seals) is available, while pre-written goshuin are provided at other times.

Located in Toyokawa City, Aichi Prefecture, it is a branch temple of "Myōgen-ji of Toyokawa Inari." It originated from Ōoka Echizen, who enshrined the deity Dakini Jinten, invited from Toyokawa Inari. It was relocated to its current site in the 20th year of the Meiji era (1887). In addition to worshiping at the main hall and various shrines, visitors can also seek out the Seven Lucky Gods within the grounds. There are live calligraphy sessions for goshuin (temple seals) available from 10 AM to 3 PM.