Located in the heart of Musashino City, Tokyo, Sugawara Toyokawa Inari Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of rice, Toyokawa Inari, and the god of fertility and agriculture, Toyotama-hime. The shrine's current main hall was built in 1878, but its origins date back to the Edo period (1603-1867). Visitors can admire the beautiful gardens and tranquil atmosphere of the shrine, making it a serene oasis in the midst of the bustling city.
- 宗教
- shinto
- 祭神
- Toyotama-hime
- 祀られている神
- Inari Okami, Toyotama-hime
- 座標
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参拝のヒント
To fully appreciate the shrine's peaceful atmosphere, visit at dawn or dusk when possible, and take a stroll through the beautiful gardens.
文化的背景
As one of the many Inari shrines dedicated to the rice goddess Inari Okami, Sugawara Toyokawa Inari Shrine is known for its unique vermilion torii gates that form a tunnel-like path leading to the main hall. The shrine also celebrates the annual Toyotsu Matsuri festival in December, which features traditional dances and offerings to honor the gods of fertility and agriculture.
歴史
The shrine was originally established during the Kamakura period (1185-1333), but its current main hall was built in 1878.