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

Ebara Kotohira Shrine

Ebara Kotohira Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine, founded 1772, offers a peaceful escape and free admission.

Ogikubo Hachiman Shrine

Ogikubo Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic shrine in Tokyo with ancient trees and cultural properties, founded over a millennium a...

Ogikubo Hakusan Shrine

Ogikubo Hakusan Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic guardian shrine in Tokyo, known for its unique cat statues and as a god of teeth.

Sugawara Shrine

Sugawara Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Tokyo shrine established in 1630, marking a 1335 battlefield.

Torakashiwa Shrine

Torakashiwa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient shrine in Ome City, Tokyo, with important cultural properties and a rich history.

Nishitakaido Shōan Inari Shrine

Nishitakaido Shōan Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Visit this Tokyo shrine to see a rare mummified fox and experience local history.

Suwa Shrine

Suwa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Suwa Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with unique cultural properties and sacred water, worth v...

Toyosaka Inari Shrine

Toyosaka Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A peaceful Shibuya shrine established in 1961 that merges two historic local worship sites under...

Kifune Shrine

Kifune Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Shinto shrine founded in 709, offering a quiet space with multiple sub-shrines and an...

Akagi Shrine

Akagi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Akagi Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt with modern design, steps from Kagurazaka Stati...

Kotohira-gū

Kotohira-gū

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine dedicated to maritime safety, worth visiting for its unique blend of tradi...

Syukugawara Inari

Syukugawara Inari

TOKYO · SHRINE

A local Shinto shrine marking a former village enclave, situated in a green residential district...

Konpiragū

Konpiragū

TOKYO · SHRINE

Konpiragū is a hilltop shrine in Tokyo, rebuilt after a fire, dedicated to Ōmononushi-no-Mikoto.

Konnō Hachimangū

Konnō Hachimangū

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Shibuya shrine with cultural properties and a famous cherry tree, a short walk from Shi...

Yoroi Shrine

Yoroi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Yoroi Shrine: a Tokyo shrine with warrior legends, worth visiting for its historical artifacts.

Teppōzu Inari Shrine

Teppōzu Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient Inari shrine in Tokyo with a unique Fuji-zuka, rebuilt after 1935.

Akiru Shrine

Akiru Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient Akiru Shrine, a prominent Shikinaisha, offers a glimpse into Japan's spiritual heritage.

Asagaya Shinmei-gū

Asagaya Shinmei-gū

TOKYO · SHRINE

Asagaya Shinmei-gū is a historic shrine in Tokyo, known for unique amulets and a special prayer.

Azusami Tenjinsha

Azusami Tenjinsha

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient shrine founded in 892, dedicated to three deities, and head of other Azusami Tenjinsha s...

Sumidagawa Shrine

Sumidagawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Sumidagawa Shrine: a historic Tokyo shrine guarding the Sumida River, founded by Minamoto no Yor...

Kiji Shrine

Kiji Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kiji Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, founded in the 15th century, dedicated to several import...

Yukigaya Hachiman Shrine

Yukigaya Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt after war, dedicated to Hachiman Daibosatsu.

Aoi Shrine

Aoi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Visit Aoi Shrine to see an ancient sanctuary and sacred tree, dedicated to important deities.

Suga Shrine

Suga Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Suga Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with unique cultural properties, worth visiting for art a...

Suga Shrine

Suga Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Suga Shrine: a Tokyo shrine with a long history, rebuilt multiple times, and easy to access.

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hie Shrine is a historic village shrine in Tokyo with ancient stone artifacts and an autumn fest...

Mabashi Inari Shrine

Mabashi Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Mabashi Inari Shrine, a historic Tokyo shrine, features unique dragon-carved torii gates.

Magome Hachiman Shrine

Magome Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Magome Hachiman Shrine is a historic guardian shrine, founded in 1193, offering a glimpse into l...

Komagome Tenso Shrine

Komagome Tenso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt after war, dedicated to Amaterasu, with sub-shrines and an annual...

Komagome Fuji Shrine

Komagome Fuji Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Komagome Fuji Shrine: a historic Tokyo shrine with a miniature Mount Fuji, revered by Edo-period...

Kōenji Tenso Shrine

Kōenji Tenso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kōenji Tenso Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with beautiful architecture, easily accessible fo...

Samezu Hachiman Shrine

Samezu Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Samezu Hachiman Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with auxiliary shrines, one minute from Samezu...

Torikoe Shrine

Torikoe Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient Tokyo shrine, home to one of the city's largest portable shrines, known for its vibrant...

Ōtori Shrine

Ōtori Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ōtori Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine known for its lively November festival.

Koyasu Shrine

Koyasu Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hachioji's oldest shrine, founded in 759, known for safe childbirth and Tokugawa connections.

Kashima Shrine (Shinagawa-ku)

Kashima Shrine (Shinagawa-ku)

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient Tokyo shrine dedicated to a powerful deity, known for its sumo history and preserved bui...

Asakusa Fuji Sengen Shrine

Asakusa Fuji Sengen Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Edo-period shrine in Asakusa with a miniature Mt. Fuji.

Sengen Shrine

Sengen Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Visit this Edo-period shrine in Tokyo to see traditional architecture and experience a local fes...

Chiyoda Inari Shrine

Chiyoda Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Inari shrine in Shibuya, rebuilt after disasters, offering a glimpse into Tokyo's pas...

Eiju Inari Shrine

Eiju Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A Tokyo shrine with a history of rebirth, worshipped by the Tokugawa family for safe childbirth.

Fukutoku Shrine

Fukutoku Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Fukutoku Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt in 2014, enshrining deities of prosperity.

Yakuso Shrine

Yakuso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Yakuso Shrine, a modern Tokyo shrine, offers a peaceful stop for those exploring Nihonbashi.

Nagaura Shrine

Nagaura Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Nagaura Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Tokyo, rebuilt after WWII, offering a glimpse into local hi...

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hie Shrine, founded in 1614, offers a glimpse into local guardian deities and history.

Kameido Suijin Shrine

Kameido Suijin Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kameido Suijin Shrine, a sub-shrine of Kameido Katori, offers a glimpse into Tokyo's flood preve...

Nagashima-Katori Shrine

Nagashima-Katori Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Nagashima-Katori Shrine: a historic Tokyo shrine with a unique Fujizuka, worth a 15-minute walk.

Asahi Shrine (Roppongi)

Asahi Shrine (Roppongi)

TOKYO · SHRINE

Asahi Shrine is a historic guardian shrine in Roppongi, founded in 940 AD, dedicated to several...

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hachiman Shrine offers a quiet historical stop, relocated due to floods, with an Inari Shrine.

Hachiman Shrine

Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Hachiman Shrine, founded in 1333, offers a glimpse into Japan's past and cultural treas...

Kasumine Shrine

Kasumine Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A Tokyo shrine on an ancient burial mound, dedicated to agriculture.

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Shinto shrine in Tokyo, offering a glimpse into ancient local worship.

Izumi Shrine

Izumi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Izumi Shrine is Komae City's oldest shrine, dedicated to Okunitama no Okami, offering historical...

Nenomishima Shrine

Nenomishima Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Nenomishima Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, worth visiting for its ancient roots and unique c...

Tenjin-sha

Tenjin-sha

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Shinto shrine in Mitaka, home to a unique Koshin memorial tower.

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Inari shrine in Tokyo, offering a glimpse into local religious traditions.

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Inari Shrine in Tokyo, known for its plasterwork and sub-shrines, is worth a visit.

Hikawa Shrine

Hikawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hikawa Shrine is a historic shrine in Kodaira City, offering a glimpse into local religious arch...

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

This historic shrine in Tokyo offers a glimpse into local tutelary deities and Edo period histor...

Hino Yasaka Shrine

Hino Yasaka Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hino Yasaka Shrine, founded in 1398, offers a glimpse into local history and traditional archite...

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hie Shrine is a historic Tokyo Shinto shrine with cultural properties, a 15-minute walk from Kiy...

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