Hikawa Shrine
氷川神社
Hikawa Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with unique cultural properties, worth visiting for its heritage.
What it is
- Also called Shakujii Hikawa Shrine.
- Founded during the Oei era (1394-1428).
- Toshima clan invited a divided spirit from Omiya Hikawa Shrine.
- Became the general guardian of the Shakujii area.
What to see
- Many subsidiary shrines are on the grounds.
- A stone lantern dedicated by the Toshima clan.
- The stone lantern is a designated cultural property.
- The water basin is a registered cultural property.
Getting there
- 16-minute walk from Shakujii-koen Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都練馬区石神井台1-18-24 Open in Google Maps
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