Description This is an old shrine that is said to have been built about 1900 years ago, and has been designated as one of Tokyo’s top ten shrines. The 1,000 torii gates of Otome Inari Shrine attached to the grounds create a mystical atmosphere. It is also known as a famous spot for azaleas, and […]
Description It enshrines the Ako Roshi (Ako Gishi) who is famous for the episode “Chushingura” where he avenges his lord. There is also a graveyard of Ako Roshi within the temple grounds, which you can visit. (300 yen for incense sticks) There is also a museum of Ako Roshi. (admission fee: 500 yen) Business Hours […]
Description Located at the foot of Tokyo Tower, the large vermilion-painted main gate (Sangedatsumon) is a landmark. There is also a large gate a little south of Zojo-ji Temple, which was the main gate used previously and is called Daimon. This is the origin of Daimon Station. The inside of the main hall (dai-den) is […]
Description It was built in 1868 as a shrine to honor those who died for the country. The shrine has many visitors due to its popularity, but it is also famous for the stalls and cherry blossoms along the approach. The attached Yushukan introduces the history of Japan’s upbringing and wars. Business Hours AM6:00 to […]
Description It is a shrine that boasts the highest number of New Year’s visitors in Japan every year. Surrounded by vast nature, this shrine not only has a large site, but also has a very large torii gate. It also offer personal prayers. (for a fee) Business Hours Sunrise to Sunset (Changing every month) Closed […]
Description This is Tokyo’s oldest temple, said to have been built in 628, and this is Asakusa’s most famous tourist attraction. In addition to Kaminarimon, there are many unusual buildings within the temple grounds, such as the five-storied pagoda and Hozo-mon. It is very rare to find a temple with an elevator in the main […]
