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Hanazono Shrine
Hanazono Shrine is an Inari Shinto shrine in Shinjuku, Tokyo, founded in the mid-17th century by the Hanazono family. Originally established before the Edo period, it was moved to its current site during the Kan'ei era, on what had been a flower garden. Before the Meiji era, a Shingon-sect Buddhist temple shared the site, but during the Meiji Restoration the Buddhist object of worship was abolished and the site became exclusively Shinto once more. The shrine is dedicated to Inari, deity of fertility and worldly success, and is frequented by businesspeople praying for success in their ventures. Numerous events are held throughout the year, including New Year (Gantan), the Setsubun festival in February, the annual Shinkō-sai festival in May, the midyear purification (Nagoshi-no-harae) on 30 June, the Tori-no-Ichi open-air market in November and the year-end purification (Toshikoshi-no-ōharae) on 31 December.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Hanazono Shrine?
Visiting Hanazono Shrine is free.
How much time do you need for Hanazono Shrine?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
What is there to do at Hanazono Shrine?
Visit Hanazono Shrine.
What is there to see near Hanazono Shrine?
Mode Gakuen Cocoon Tower (777 m), Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden (864 m) and Shinjuku Park Tower (1.6 km).
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