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Torii gates with names Anamori Inari Shrine is dedicated to Inari, the deity who protects the three essentials of life: clothing, shelter and food. It is a Shinto shrine. The  red gates and banners symbolize protection against evil spirits. These torii are donated by devotees as an offering for blessings. The names of the donors are indicated in black paint on the posts. Votive offerings of mini torii gates Oyashiro (miniature shrine) Large and medium torii gates Oyashiro (shrine) Oyashiro with sacred Kitsune (foxes) guarding it The foxes are the messengers of the deity, Inari. They are said to have magical abilities. People visit this shrine to pray for blessings for business properity, good fortune, educational success, air traffic safety, healing from illnesses and a host of others. I think that we can all pray for our dearest wish and believe it will happen.  Votive offerings of torii and kitsune miniatures Votive offerings Main Torii gate  This marks the entrance to ...