Shrines in Tokyo

Tokyo's shrines, such as Oiwa Inari Tamiya Shrine and Matsushima Shrine, offer a mix of historical and cultural experiences. They provide opportunities for quiet reflection and appreciation of traditional Japanese architecture.

Not sure where to start? Read our guide to the 20 best

Shiratama Inari Shrine

Shiratama Inari Shrine

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A small Tokyo shrine with a long history, easily accessible for a quick cultural stop.

Shinmei Hikawa Shrine

Shinmei Hikawa Shrine

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Historic Tokyo shrine founded in 1469 for protection, offering a glimpse into local heritage.

Hakusan Shrine

Hakusan Shrine

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Hakusan Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine in Tokyo, known for its connection to a samurai legen...

Kishū Shrine

Kishū Shrine

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Kishū Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine founded in the 14th century, offering a glimpse into loc...

Funakata Shrine

Funakata Shrine

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Funakata Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with a unique brick mikoshi-go, easily accessible for...

Tanjō Hachiman Shrine

Tanjō Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Tokyo shrine founded for safe childbirth, featuring unique ginkgo trees and a bento-r...

Tenso Shrine

Tenso Shrine

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Tenso Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, home to multiple deities and a lucky god.

Sakurada Shrine, Minato, Tokyo

Sakurada Shrine, Minato, Tokyo

TOKYO · SHRINE

Sakurada Shrine: an ancient Tokyo shrine with a cherry blossom legacy, a short walk from Roppong...

Shiogama Shrine

Shiogama Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Shiogama Shrine, founded in 1695, offers a glimpse into Edo-period history and a tranquil park.

Azuma Shrine

Azuma Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Sumida shrine enshrining Princess Oto Tachibana's items, featuring the remains of a c...

Daikoku Shrine

Daikoku Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic 18th-century shrine in Tokyo dedicated to the deity of wealth, visited by a future Sh...

Otsuka Tenso Shrine

Otsuka Tenso Shrine

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Otsuka Tenso Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine founded in the 14th century.

Myōgi Shrine

Myōgi Shrine

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The oldest shrine in Toshima Ward, known as the God of Victory where samurai and soldiers prayed...

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine

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Hie Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, conveniently located near Komagome Station.

Hikawa Shrine

Hikawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hikawa Shrine is an ancient Tokyo shrine with a unique festival, easily accessible for a quick v...

Nagasaki Shrine

Nagasaki Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Nagasaki Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with a unique past, easily accessible by train.

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

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Hachiman Shrine offers ancient artifacts and a unique setting atop a tumulus.

Koyasu Shrine

Koyasu Shrine

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Koyasu Shrine in Tokyo offers a glimpse into Shinto and Buddhist traditions, revered for safe ch...

Mitake Shrine

Mitake Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Mitake Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with unique festivals, worth visiting for its cultural...

Hikawa Shrine

Hikawa Shrine

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Hikawa Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, guarding the area since the Oei era.

Hikawa Shrine

Hikawa Shrine

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Hikawa Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with several subsidiary shrines, offering a glimpse int...

Hikawa Shrine

Hikawa Shrine

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Hikawa Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, relocated after a flood, with several subsidiary shrin...

Kumano Shrine

Kumano Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kumano Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with several subsidiary shrines, easily accessible by t...

Kumano Shrine

Kumano Shrine

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Historic Tokyo shrine with several smaller shrines, a peaceful stop for local culture.

Kumano Shrine

Kumano Shrine

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Kumano Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt after WWII, offering a glimpse into local spir...

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Inari Shrine in Tokyo, with a unique Kiso Mitake-zuka mound, offers a glimpse into loca...

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Shinto shrine in Tokyo with subsidiary shrines, an 8-minute walk from Itabashi-Honcho...

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A local Tokyo shrine with historical ties to agriculture, featuring a unique cultural property.

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A local Inari shrine in Tokyo, founded by farmers, offering a glimpse into community history.

Sugawara Shrine

Sugawara Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Sugawara Shrine is a historic local Shinto shrine, worth visiting for its cultural heritage.

Kajiwara Hachiman Shrine

Kajiwara Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Hachiman shrine founded in 1191, rebuilt multiple times, with a Kaguraden.

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