Ōji Shrine
王子神社
Ōji Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt after WWII, offering a glimpse into ancient Japanese deities.
What it is
- A shrine dedicated to deities including Izanagi no Mikoto.
- Also enshrines Amaterasu Ōmikami.
- The place name Ōji originates from this shrine.
- Designated as a quasi-imperial shrine.
What to see
- Shrine buildings rebuilt in 1964 and 1982.
- Sekijinja is a subsidiary shrine, rebuilt in 1959.
When to go
- Dengaku dance is designated as a cultural property.
Getting there
- 2-minute walk from Ōji Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都北区王子本町一丁目1番12号 Open in Google Maps
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