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Jul 18, 2014 - 1 min read

Fox Temple of Akasaka in June - 2

More foxes, more beauty

By Larry Knipfing

Community writer

Fox statue with temple in background

A group of four - how cozy!

A close up on the group; the flowers are a nice touch

In the back corner of the temple

Close up on the fox on the left

This one seems older and experienced

This one seems younger and zealous

Pray altars like these are spread out around the temple grounds

The color of the lanterns changes with the season

A yellow paper lantern at the front of the temple gate

It looks like they are preparing for a festival

Toyokawa Inari Temple near Akasakamitsuke (Ginza & Marunouchi Subway Lines) is a temple I go back to again and again - it's so fascinating, mainly due to all the fox statues there. Each season holds something new and interesting, so I hope to expand this photo story series to include autumn and winter visits, as well. Here are some links to other photo stories about this unique temple.

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Elena Lisina

Elena Lisina 5 years ago

I like your photos and kitsune, of course!

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