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

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hie Shrine, founded in 1659, offers a glimpse into Tokyo's historical and spiritual landscape.

Chigusa Inari Shrine

Chigusa Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Chigusa Inari Shrine is a small, historic Inari shrine worth visiting for its Edo-period guardia...

Oshiage Tenso Shrine

Oshiage Tenso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Tokyo shrine, rebuilt multiple times, known for its resilient portable shrine.

Gosha Inari Shrine

Gosha Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Gosha Inari Shrine, founded in 1823, offers a glimpse into local Tokyo history and unique Inari...

Yagara Hachimangū

Yagara Hachimangū

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient Shinto shrine in Tokyo, with historic buildings and rare festivals.

Kiso-Yasaka Shrine

Kiso-Yasaka Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Visit this local Tokyo shrine, founded in 1789, for a glimpse into traditional guardian deities.

Jūban Inari Shrine

Jūban Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Jūban Inari Shrine is a modern Tokyo shrine with unique frog charms, rebuilt after WWII.

Musashino Shrine

Musashino Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Musashino Shrine, founded in 1724, offers a glimpse into local religious history.

Aviation Shrine

Aviation Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A unique rooftop shrine in Tokyo, dedicated to aviation pioneers and casualties.

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Inari Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to Ukanomitama-no-mikoto, founded in 1736.

Tenso Shrine

Tenso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine founded in 1610, dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, with additional smaller s...

Aoi Shrine

Aoi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Aoi Shrine is a historic site with three possible locations, each offering unique cultural insig...

Aoi Shrine

Aoi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Aoi Shrine is a historic site with ancient roots and unique artifacts.

Aoi Shrine

Aoi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Aoi Shrine offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese worship and historical architecture.

Tomari Shrine

Tomari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic shrine on Shikinejima dedicated to the deity Kunitsuhime no Mikoto, offering a glimps...

Hachiōji Shrine

Hachiōji Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient shrine within castle ruins, dedicated to deities and a Japan Heritage site.

Kumano Gu (Kodaira)

Kumano Gu (Kodaira)

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kumano Gu is a historic shrine in Tokyo with a sacred tree, worth visiting for its tranquil beau...

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Hie Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, significant for its local origins and enshrined deities.

Ubaihoumei Shrine

Ubaihoumei Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient island shrine dedicated to local deities, offering a glimpse into unique island culture.

Habuhime-no-Mikoto Shrine

Habuhime-no-Mikoto Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A shrine on Izu Oshima island dedicated to a local deity and her family.

Hajikama Shrine

Hajikama Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic shrine in Izu Oshima Geopark dedicated to Haji no Mikoto, the second child of Kotoshi...

Ontake Shrine

Ontake Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ontake Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine dedicated to multiple deities, easily accessible by tra...

Inari Shrine

Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine, founded in 1579, known for its sacred tree and cultural property.

Ōmori-jinja Shrine

Ōmori-jinja Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Omori Shrine, founded in the Tensho era, enshrines a golden statue that washed ashore.

Tōgō Shrine

Tōgō Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Tōgō Shrine in Shibuya honors Admiral Tōgō Heihachirō and naval personnel, rebuilt after WWII.

Okamoto-Hachiman-jinja

Okamoto-Hachiman-jinja

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic village shrine in Tokyo dedicated to Emperor Ojin, offering a peaceful cultural stop.

Tokyo Ten Shrines

Tokyo Ten Shrines

TOKYO · SHRINE

The Tokyo Ten Shrines are a pilgrimage of 10 historic shrines established in 1975.

Amanuma Kumano Shrine

Amanuma Kumano Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Tokyo shrine with ancient roots, offering a glimpse into Japan's past.

Ekoda-sengen Shrine

Ekoda-sengen Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Visit this shrine to see a historic miniature Mt. Fuji and experience a unique cultural property...

Kumano Shrine

Kumano Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kumano Shrine offers a glimpse into ancient Japanese deities and unique seasonal rituals.

Rokugo Shrine

Rokugo Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Rokugo Shrine, founded in 1057, is a historic guardian shrine with unique cultural properties.

Shirahige Shrine

Shirahige Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Shirahige Shrine: a historic Tokyo guardian shrine, home to unique komainu and stone monuments.

Wada Inari Shrine

Wada Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Wada Inari Shrine offers a glimpse into local faith with unique architecture and a historic tree...

Shinmei Shrine

Shinmei Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Shinmei Shrine: a tranquil Tokyo sanctuary with a preserved forest and historic gates.

Tenso Wakamiya Hachimangū

Tenso Wakamiya Hachimangū

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Tokyo Shinto shrine on a hill, dedicated to several deities, easily accessible by tra...

Awa-no-Mikoto Shrine

Awa-no-Mikoto Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic shrine on Kozushima dedicated to the island's pioneering deity, offering a glimpse in...

Yakyū Inari Shrine

Yakyū Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Yakyū Inari Shrine, a small Tokyo shrine, offers a glimpse into local history and unique traditi...

Okusawa Shrine

Okusawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Okusawa Shrine: a historic Tokyo shrine with unique rituals and natural beauty, just a short wal...

Toga Shrine

Toga Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Toga Shrine is the guardian shrine of Miyakejima island, known for its unique architecture and a...

Izumo-Taisha-Tokyo-bunshi

Izumo-Taisha-Tokyo-bunshi

TOKYO · SHRINE

This Tokyo branch of Izumo-Taisha offers a quick spiritual escape near Roppongi Station.

Shibuya Hikawa Shrine

Shibuya Hikawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Shibuya Hikawa Shrine is a historic Tokyo sanctuary with multiple sub-shrines, offering a peacef...

Ontake Shrine

Ontake Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ontake Shrine, founded in 1535, offers historical buildings and unique sacred water near Tokyo.

Seta-Tamagawa Shrine

Seta-Tamagawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic shrine in Tokyo, founded in the 16th century, with a detached Inari shrine.

Nishiwaseda Tenso Shrine

Nishiwaseda Tenso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine, founded 1645, offers a peaceful escape and unique local festival.

Hikawa Shrine

Hikawa Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient shrine in Tokyo dedicated to Susanoo-no-Mikoto, featuring a historic stone torii.

Yoga Shrine

Yoga Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Yoga Shrine is a Tokyo shrine dedicated to several deities, featuring unique architectural style...

Gojō Tenjinsha

Gojō Tenjinsha

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic shrine in Ueno Park, dedicated to medicine and learning, with a tranquil atmosphere.

Aso Shrine

Aso Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Aso Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine with unique cultural properties and bicycle charms.

Yomotogi Inari Shrine

Yomotogi Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Yomotogi Inari Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine, offering a glimpse into local religious herita...

Tanashi Shrine

Tanashi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Tanashi Shrine offers historical buildings and a sacred tree, easily accessible for a quick cult...

Nitta Shrine (Ōta City)

Nitta Shrine (Ōta City)

TOKYO · SHRINE

Nitta Shrine honors a 14th-century loyalist, offering historical artifacts and a tranquil escape...

Handa Inari Shrine

Handa Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Ancient Inari shrine in Tokyo, known for safe childbirth and unique cultural properties.

Hiroo Inari Shrine

Hiroo Inari Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

A historic Tokyo shrine established in 1698, known for its unique dragon painting and guardian d...

Machida-tenmangū

Machida-tenmangū

TOKYO · SHRINE

A Shinto shrine in Machida, offering monthly markets and seasonal festivals.

Yasukuni Shrine

Yasukuni Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Yasukuni Shrine honors 2.46 million war dead, offering a solemn historical experience and cherry...

Daima Shrine

Daima Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Daima Shrine is a unique studio shrine in Tokyo, dedicated to film production safety.

Kamata Hachiman Shrine

Kamata Hachiman Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Kamata Hachiman Shrine is a historic local shrine with subsidiary shrines, easily accessible fro...

Jōdono Shrine

Jōdono Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Jōdono Shrine is a historic guardian shrine in Tokyo with important cultural properties.

Mishima Shrine

Mishima Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Mishima Shrine is a historic Tokyo shrine founded in 1281, dedicated to Oyamazumi no Mikoto.

Takagi Shrine

Takagi Shrine

TOKYO · SHRINE

Historic Tokyo shrine, founded 1468, dedicated to Takamimusubi-no-kami, easily accessible by tra...

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