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Updated: October 6, 2023

Nezu-jinja Shrine 根津神社

1-28-9 Nezu, Bunkyo City, Tokyo

Walk along a torii gate pathway and see azaleas at the historic Nezu-jinja Shrine

Nestled in lush greenery with koi ponds and a pathway lined with the familiar arches of torii gates, the Nezu-jinja Shrine is arguably one of the most photogenic places of worship in Tokyo. The culturally-significant site is located minutes by foot from Nezu Station on the Chiyoda Line and Todaimae Station on the Namboku Line.

Tips

  • Strolling through the torii gates that line the pathway to the Otome Inari-jinja, the secondary shrine on the premises
  • Witnessing azaleas in their full glory in spring, with over 100 varieties in full bloom

It is said that the Nezu-jinja Shrine was founded about 1,900 years ago by legendary priest Yamato Takeru no Mikoto, and was built on the current site in 1706 at the order of Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, who was the fifth shogun of the Edo Period (1603–1867).

The shrine is styled after the Tosho-gu Shrine in Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture, which is the final resting place of the Edo period's first shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu. Many of the features built at the time are still standing today, and have been designated as important cultural properties. The Nezu-jinja Shrine is regarded as one of Tokyo's top ten shrines.

How to Get There

  • Nezu StationChiyoda Line5 min on foot

Contact

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Opening Hours

  • 6:00-17:00
    MondaysTuesdaysWednesdaysThursdaysFridaysSaturdaysSundaysHolidays

    *Changes depending on the season and/or time period
    *Last entry 30 minutes before closing
  • Closing days: Open daily

Price

Cash

Free

Facility Info

  • RestroomsNon-smoking areasParking
  • Japanese
  • JapaneseEnglish
  • Multi-purpose toiletOstomate restroomsAccessible communication formats

For updated information on opening hours, closings, prices, and more, please check the official website or ask the facility directly.