Tanjō Hachiman Shrine
誕生八幡神社
A historic Tokyo shrine founded for safe childbirth, featuring unique ginkgo trees and a bento-related sub-shrine.
What it is
- A shrine in Shinagawa, Tokyo.
- Founded during the Bunmei era (1469-1487).
- Ōta Dōkan founded it for his wife's safe delivery.
- Named after Dōkan's child was born safely.
What to see
- Jūbako Inari shrine is on the grounds.
- Two large ginkgo trees stand on both sides.
- The ginkgo trees are called Meoto Ichō (Husband and Wife Ginkgo).
- The ginkgo trees are a Shinagawa City natural monument.
Getting there
- 3-minute walk from Meguro Station.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
東京都品川区上大崎2-13-36 Open in Google Maps
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