The shrine's sacred ginkgo tree became charred black after shielding the neighborhood from firebombs during the 1945 Tokyo air raids, yet survived and still thrives today—a story now taught in elementary school ethics textbooks.

One of the trees burned in the Tokyo air raids naturally formed into the shape of a fox (kitsune), the messenger of Inari—locals call it the "hidden Inari" and visitors are challenged to find it among the trees.

The shrine sits in the shadow of Tokyo Skytree, creating a poignant contrast: the charred ginkgo that survived when Tokyo was reduced to ashes now watches over the city's modern rebirth as a gleaming metropolis.

Despite its name meaning "flying tree," the shrine offers aviation safety amulets, creating an unexpected connection between ancient Inari worship and modern air travel.