7 recommended temples and shrines to see in Aichi
2021-10-14 Management office
We recommend temples and shrines in Aichi Prefecture, where many historic temples and shrines remain.
From famous temples and shrines to secluded, resort-like shrines, these are all places where you can enjoy the charms of Aichi to the fullest. Please refer to them when sightseeing in Aichi.
From famous temples and shrines to secluded, resort-like shrines, these are all places where you can enjoy the charms of Aichi to the fullest. Please refer to them when sightseeing in Aichi.
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Atsuta Shrine
This shrine enshrines the Kusanagi Sword, one of the three sacred weapons. It is a famous shrine that attracts more than 2 million worshippers every year, one of the highest number of visitors on the three days of the New Year in Aichi.
The temple grounds are very large, covering an area of about 190,000 m2, and visitors can visit the shrine while feeling the sacred air through the Kokoro-no-Kogi path. The shrine is also home to a spring water spring that is said to be beneficial to the eyes and skin if you wash your face with the spring water. There is also an interesting trick that if you pour water on a stone with a ladle, your wish will come true.
Camphor tree over 1,000 years old
As the shrine has a long history, there are many large camphor trees planted here. You can touch the camphor tree, and it is famous as a power spot. The inside of the camphor tree is hollow, and snakes live in the hollow. They bring eggs for food every morning, and it is said that if you see the snake coming out to eat, you will receive good luck, such as a money boost. The camphor tree itself is also said to bring good luck if you use it as a standby for your smartphone.
"Facility Information "
Facility name: Atsuta Jingu Shrine
Address: 1-1-1 Jingu, Atsuta-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 456-8585, Japan
Phone number: 052-671-4151
Hours: Open 24 hours a day, 9:00-16:30 for the Treasure House
Closed: Last Wednesday and Thursday of each month for the Treasure House
Budget: Adults 300 yen / Children 150 yen Treasure house is extra
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This large shrine enshrines the Kusanagi Sword, one of the three sacred weapons. It covers an area of about 190,000 m2 and has power spots such as a large camphor tree.
URL：https://www.atsutajingu.or.jp/
Toyokawa Inari shrine (shrine dedicated to Toyokawa Inari)
The shrine is one of the three major Inari shrines in Japan and is visited by about 5 million people annually as a shrine with a god of business. There is also a monastery as a training hall. Recently, the shrine has been holding photo-journalistic events and has become popular among young people.
The famous Inari shrine is located on the approach to Toyokawa Inari, and the local specialty, Toyokawa inari sushi restaurants line the approach to the shrine, offering a variety of inari zushi.
Don't miss the Reikozuka mound!
Since this is an Inari shrine, Inari are everywhere, but the Reitokozuka, a collection of stone statues of foxes, is a particular must-see. The more than 1,000 Inari statues that have been donated to the shrine are lined up in a row, a sight that is not often seen. The Senbonbana, also collected in the same manner, is also a highlight of the site. The large garden with a pond-style garden created in the Edo period is also a must-see.
"Facility Information "
Facility name: Toyokawa Inari (Toyokawa Inari)
Address: 1 Toyokawa-cho, Toyokawa-shi, Aichi 442-0033
Phone number: 0533-85-2030
Hours of operation: 5:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Closed: Open every day
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: The shrine is one of the three major Inari shrines in Japan, and visitors can admire the Reitsuzuka mound, the Senbonbana flag, and the pond garden.
URL：https://www.toyokawainari.jp/
Daisu Kannon (Hoseiin)
Osu Kannon, one of the three great Avalokitesvara deities of Japan, enshrines a statue of Hotei, one of the seven gods of good fortune in Nagoya. The temple keeps 15,000 books and other valuable national treasures, including the oldest manuscript, Kojiki (Records of Ancient Matters).
It is the best Kannon Sacred Shrine in Nagoya and attracts a large number of visitors on the three days of the New Year. On the 18th and 28th of each month, an antique market is held, attracting many stores and crowds. This is the best event to find bargains. They also hold a doll memorial service once a year on the first Thursday of October.
Ninety-nine thousand merit days
August 9 is said to be the day of 99,000 merits, and is a big festival day for Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy, and many people visit the temple on August 9 to receive the same merits as if they had visited the temple for 99,000 days. The temple is spacious, so it is recommended to take a stroll while sightseeing. There are also general stores and souvenir shops in the vicinity to enjoy the retro atmosphere.
"Facility Information "
Facility Name: Osu Kannon (Glorious Jewel)
Address: 2-21-47 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 460-0011, Japan
Phone number: 052-231-6525
Hours of operation: 6:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Closed: Open every day
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This temple enshrines a statue of Hotei, one of the three major Avalokitesvara deities in Japan and one of the seven gods of good fortune in Nagoya.
URL：http://www.osu-kannon.jp/Makkienda Shrine
The shrine has been recognized as a Meishin-taisha by the Heian period (794-1185) government, and has been revered as the first shrine in Owari Province.
The shrine's deity is Ama-no-Himei no Mikoto, and Emperor Juntoku has many masks for dances, which are still carefully preserved and are designated as important cultural properties. It is a shrine with a long history, where various traditions have been handed down from generation to generation.
Famous as a power spot for increasing luck.
It is also famous as a place that brings good luck to visitors. It is said that if you reflect your face in the water of the well in the Shinsuisha, you will receive a blessing. There are also other stones, such as the Omokaruseki, which is said to bring good luck: if you lift it up and it feels heavy, your wish will come true later, and if it feels light, your wish will come true sooner. Every year on April 3, there is the Momohana Festival, which is glamorized with decorated horses, a firefighting band, and a folk song parade. The Tanabata Festival is a gorgeous festival centered around the flamboyantly decorated Mashioda Shrine.
"Facility Information "
Facility name: Masumida Shrine
Address: 1-2-1, Makyo, Ichinomiya-shi, Aichi 491-0043, Japan
Phone number: 0586-73-5196
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed: Open every day
I give the calculation: adults 200 yen / college students 150 yen / elementary and middle school students 100 yen
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: The shrine has been recognized as a Meishin-taisha by the Heian period (794-1192) government. It is also famous as a power spot, and various festivals are held actively.
URL：http://www.masumida.or.jp/
Yaotomi Shrine (Takeshima Benten)
The shrine is located in Takeshima-cho, Gamagori City, Aichi Prefecture. It is located on Takeshima Island across a walkway over the sea. The entire island is a shrine, and although the distance from the mainland is only about 400 meters, plants can be seen in an unusual habitat: warm-seasonal. It has become a popular spot among locals because it offers a bit of a travel experience. It is also one of the seven Benten shrines in Japan, where many deities are enshrined.
The view is great!
Not only is it on the ocean and across a bridge, but the entire island is a shrine, and it is in a great location as far as scenery goes.
The entire island is a power spot, offering blessings such as good luck, safe childbirth, and marriage. Since it is not easy to cross the island on foot to get to the shrine, there are many jinxes before crossing the bridge. The bridge is illuminated at night, creating a more romantic atmosphere.
"Facility Information "
Facility name: Yaotomi Shrine (Takeshima Benten)
Address: 3-15 Takeshimacho, Gamagori, Aichi 443-0031, Japan
Phone number: 0533-68-3700
Hours of operation: Open 24 hours a day
Closed: Open every day
Budget:
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: The entire island is a mysterious shrine. Visitors can cross a 400-meter bridge and land on foot.
URL：https://yaotomi.net/
Momotaro Shrine
Momotaro Shrine is located in Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture, and is famous as a guardian deity of children.
Momotaro, who was born from a peach, is enshrined as the Great God Jitsunemikoto, who appeared from the peach. Legend has it that Momotaro met his end on Peach Mountain, located behind the shrine. It is said that if one goes through the hollowed-out rock at the shrine, or "Chomei Momoguri," he or she will live to be 100 years old.
The shrine displays many treasures from the legend of Momotaro, and has become a popular spot for many children as it seems to recreate the story of Momotaro.
Excellent atmosphere of Momotaro!
There are many objects of ogres, not only Momotaro, but also dogs and pheasants, so that visitors can really feel the story of Momotaro. Although the shrine is a guardian deity for children, it is also popular among adults because it protects them throughout their lives from childbirth, childbirth, child development, visits to the shrine for the seven-five-three-three festival, protection from disaster, and longevity.
"Facility Information "
Facility name: Momotaro Shrine
Address: 〒484-0002 853 Kurusu-Ohei, Inuyama City, Aichi Prefecture
Phone number: 0568-61-1586
Hours: 9:00 - 17:00 (subject to change depending on conditions)
Closed: Open every day
I'm sorry：No material for the entrance to the Museum of treasures 200 yen for adults / 100 yen for elementary and junior high school students
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: At Momotaro Shrine, where the legend of Momotaro remains strong, visitors can experience the story of Momotaro in a colorful way.
URL：http://www.yha.gr.jp/momotaro/shrine.html
Tsushima Shrine
Tsushima Shrine, also the head shrine of Tsushima Shrine, is located in Tsushima City, and its main deity is Kanehaya-Susano-O-no-Mikoto.
The Tenno Matsuri Kurarakubune event, designated as a national Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property, is a festival of Tsushima Shrine and has become famous as a solemn and splendid river festival. The enshrinement of brave young men dressed in kimonos, jumping into the river, swimming with cloth spears, and dedicating themselves to the gods has been televised on TV and other media.
The shrine is gorgeous even on ordinary days!
The monthly changing of flowers in the hanatamizu is another gorgeous and exciting presentation.
The morning market in front of the Tsushima Shrine gate is held on the morning of the day that begins with "0" every month. Freshly picked vegetables, fish, sundries, sweets, and bakery goods are available, and it is recommended to stop by during your visit to the shrine.
"Facility Information "
Facility name: Tsushima Shrine
Address: 1 Shinmei-cho, Tsushima, Aichi, 496-0851, Japan
Phone number: 0567-26-3216
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Closed: Open every day
Budget: Free
No smoking and smoking: No smoking in the entire building
Space and Facilities: This is the head office of Tsushima Shrine. The Tenno Matsuri Kuraraku Boat Event, which is designated as a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Asset, is held here.
URL：http://tsushimajinja.or.jp/
summary
We have introduced some hole-in-the-wall spots and famous shrines. Please stop by temples and shrines you would like to visit, and return home with a lot of blessings in Aichi.
These are all great spots for sightseeing in a relaxed atmosphere and for receiving sacred power.
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