History There is a history that in 1478, Dokan Ota solicited from a shrine in Saitama. Highlights There is a shrine between modern buildings next to the National Diet Building and the Prime Minister’s Office. Monkeys were valued as messengers at this shrine. The treasure hall displays national treasure swords and important cultural properties. (am9:00 to pm 4:00） Google Map
History It was founded in 730 by Makanda Omi, a descendant of Okuninushi no Mikoto.In 1309, Taira no Masakado was enshrined here. There are seven subsidiary shrines, a sacred horse, and a building where you can buy souvenirs within the precincts. Highlights The god horse’s name is Akari. By Train Google Map
History It has a history of being created in 1627 by the monk Chosei Hoin based on a divine message. With the support of the Tokugawa shogunate, it prospered as the largest Hachiman shrine in Edo. The works of Hiroshige Utagawa, a painter from the Edo period, are also depicted. Highlights The grounds of this shrine are where Tokyo’s first sumo tournament was held,so there is a stone monuments there! Access By train Subway Oedo Line, Tozai Line, Monzennakamachi Station
History It enshrines Amaterasu Omikami and Toyouke Omikami, the gods of Ise Grand Shrine. Founded in 1005, it was worshiped by Minamoto no Yoritomo and became popular.This shrine has been selected as one of the ten shrines that protect the Imperial Palace. Highlights Although it is a small shrine,it has a lot history. Businessmen and other people come to pray here from the morning. Access By train Subway Oedo Line Asakusa Line Daimon Station Exit A6 Subway Mita Line Onarimon Station Exit A2
History It enshrines the spirit of Hakusan Shrine in Ishikawa Prefecture. This shrine was revered by the 5th Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi and his mother.This shrine has been selected as one of the ten shrines that protect the Imperial Palace.The Bunkyo Ward Hydrangea Festival is held in June. Highlights Access By Train Toei Mita Line Hakusan Station
History It is unknown when it was built, but there is a history that Minamoto Yoriie dedicated armor to it. After that, Toshima clan,a samurai family, welcomed the god from Kumano, Wakayama and enshrined it.This shrine has been selected as one of the ten shrines that protect the Imperial Palace. Highlights The shrine is small.Although there are few buildings,it’s very quiet and you feel calm. Access By Train JR Keihin Tohoku Line Oji Station North Exit Toden Arakawa Line Ojiekimae Station
History It was founded 1900 years ago by Prince Yamato Takeru no Mikoto. It is the birthplace of the 6th Shogun Tokugawa Ienobu. The shrine building built by the 5th Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayosi remains.This shrine has been selected as one of the ten shrines that protect the Imperial Palace. Highlights In April,3,000 azeleas bloom in pink.It’s a nice view,but it’s full of tourists at that time. Access By Train Subway Namboku Line Todaimae Station Subway Chiyoda Line Nedu Station
History The history goes back to when Minamoto no Yoritomo enshrined the god of Sunosaki Shrine in Minamiboso, Chiba Prefecture.During the Edo period, Tokugawa Ieyasu dedicated masks and mikoshi. The shrine building was rebuilt in 1964.This shrine has been selected as one of the ten shrines that protect the Imperial Palace. Highlights It is unusual for the torii gate to have a dragon design. There is a small mountain to the left of the entrance,and you can climb to the top. Fujizuka was built for people who have difficulty getting to Mt. Fuji. It was built in 1869 to resemble Mt.Fuji. There are many things to see at the shrine.If …
History Historically, it was built in 1646 by Nobusuke Sugawara, a descendant of Michizane Sugawara, based on a divine message.This shrine has been selected as one of the ten shrines that protect the Imperial Palace. Highlights There is a pond in the middle of the precincts,and there are many small shrines and stone monuments around it.You can also see the symbol of Tokyo,the Sky Tree!! Festival Various flower are planted in the shrine grounds and can be enjoyed depending on the season. Plum Festival / From early Februaly to early March. Wisteria Festival / Mid to late April. Chrysanthemum Festival / From late October to mid-November. Access By train JR …
What are Tokyo Ten Shrines? In 1868, Emperor Meiji designated it as a shrine for the protection of the nation in Tokyo. All of them are located in Tokyo and are easily accessible, making it popular to visit power spots. The order of the numbers does not matter. There is no set order, so let’s start from the easiest place to go! Hie Shrine Access By Train Subway Chiyoda Line Akasaka Station Exit2 Subwey Namboku Line,Ginza Line Tameike Sanno Station Exit7 By Car There is free parking within the prounds. Kanda Shrine Access By Train Subway Ginza Line Suehiro Station Subway Marunouchi Line Ochanomizu Station Exit1 By Car Free parking …
