Toyokawainari Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Hakodate City, northern Japan's Hokkaido Prefecture. The shrine's main deity, Nari Okami, is enshrined and worshipped by locals for its connection to the region's rich fishing culture.
- Religion
- shinto
- Kami enshrined
- Nari, Okami
- Coordinates
- 41.7665552, 140.7200338
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's beauty, visit at sunrise or sunset when the surrounding mountains are bathed in golden light.
Cultural notes
As a fishing village shrine, Nari Okami is often invoked for good luck and safe passage on boats. Locals also believe that the shrine's proximity to the bay helps to protect against typhoons and strong winds.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the late Edo period (1860s), during a time of rapid modernization in Japan.