Mitsumitsu Inari Shrine (三光稲荷神社)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Situated at the base of Inuyama Castle, this fox shrine has gained nationwide popularity as a matchmaking spot. Its signature feature is the pink heart-shaped ema plaques, and the sight of them completely covering the ema rack is a photogenic spectacle found nowhere else. The connected tunnel of vermillion torii gates is photogenic just to walk through, and couple photos here are a classic. The coin-washing pond in the grounds is said to bless money that will return doubled, a good-luck ritual couples enjoy together.

Tips

Entry and prayers are free, and offering a heart-shaped ema plaque costs around 500 yen. The torii tunnel is a popular photo spot, so aim for late morning when waits between photos are shorter. A strainer is provided for coin washing, so bring small change for smooth experience. Located perfectly between the castle and the castle town with ideal flow.

Best time to visit

Allow approximately 50 minutes. Before lunch, photo wait times are comparatively shorter

Access & map

〒484-0082 Aichi Prefecture, Inuyama City, Inuyama Kita-Kofuken 65-18