The biggest feature of Toyokawa Inari is the spectacle of over 1000 white fox statues, both big and small, lined up. This is because foxes are considered messengers in Inari faith and are said to appear in the form of foxes. Foxes are believed to be gods who grant many wishes, such as prosperity in business, safety in the home, traffic safety, and academic success. As a result, many visitors can be seen praying to the fox statues while making their wishes. In addition, each fox statue has a different expression and pose, making it enjoyable just to look at. Toyokawa Inari is also attracting attention as a tourist spot due to its unique spectacle, so why not visit to see the fox statues for yourself?
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