Sanko Inari Shrine
三光稲荷神社
An Inari shrine at the foot of Inuyama Castle, where pink heart-shaped votive plaques and rows of vermilion torii draw visitors seeking love, a popular photo spot.
Sanko Inari Shrine sits beside the approach to Inuyama Castle. It enshrines the Inari deity, famous for granting good matches and prosperous business. Its pink heart-shaped votive plaques and “Himemamori” protective charms are especially loved by young women. The grounds feature rows of vermilion torii gates and a “coin-washing pond” (washing coins in its water is said to bring wealth), both popular photo spots. Next door is Haritsuna Shrine, which you can visit on the way up to the castle. Entry is free and the shrine is open all day, with charms available roughly 9:00 to 16:30. It is about a 15-minute walk from Inuyama-Yuen Station on the Meitetsu line or from Inuyama Station.
Opening hours
Open all day (amulet office approx. 09:00–16:30)
Nearby sights
- Inuyama Festival & Inuyama Artifacts Museum
- Haritsuna Shrine
- Inuyama Castle
- Uraku-en Garden & Jo-an Teahouse
- Kiso River Cormorant Fishing
- Inuyama Naritasan Temple
- Japan Monkey Centre
- Jakko-in Temple