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Ayase Inari Shrine

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A historic Inari shrine founded in 1614 featuring Edo-period architecture and cultural properties within a short walk from Ayase Station.

Ayase Inari Shrine
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What it is

  • Founded in 1614 by Kaneko Gohei after he settled the local area.
  • Dedicated to the deity Inari and formerly known as Gohei Shrine.
  • Renamed to its current name in 1967.
  • Located in the Adachi Ward of Tokyo.

What to see

  • The main hall which dates back to 1843.
  • A modern worship hall constructed in 1982.
  • Two Koshin towers designated as tangible cultural properties.
  • Smaller branch shrines dedicated to Asama and Mitsumine.
  • Performances of Gohei Kasai Hayashi, a registered intangible cultural property.

Getting there

  • Located a seven minute walk from Ayase Station.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.

Where it is

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