椋橋総社, Shinto shrine in Japan
Koi no Miya is a Shinto shrine in Toyonaka featuring simple wooden structures with gently curved rooflines and a prominent red torii gate marking the entrance. The grounds include stone pathways lined with old trees, a main hall with altars where visitors leave offerings, and a pond with carp swimming nearby.
The shrine was established many centuries ago and served as an important gathering place for the local farming community. The main hall was reconstructed in 1917 after a fire destroyed the original structure, maintaining its traditional design.
The shrine is known as Koi no Miya, referring to an ancient legend about a deity who arrived riding a large carp. Visitors can see carp in the pond on the grounds, which connects them directly to the local story that gives this place its name.
The shrine is easy to reach and sits in a quiet area with walking paths lined with trees nearby. Visitors can come at any time of day, though early morning or late afternoon tend to offer the most peaceful atmosphere.
The shrine hosts an annual October festival featuring processions with portable shrines and lanterns, a tradition spanning over 200 years. The celebration includes drumming and dancing performances by local groups that attract visitors from surrounding communities.
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