“I have come to this land and my heart is sugasugashi (refreshed).” Suga Shrine is the tutelary shrine of 18 towns in Yotsuya, Tokyo.
Wish upon the matchmaking deity for success in love
Benzaiten, one of the seven lucky gods of Asakusa, is enshrined, and is said to bring benefits such as business success
The centerpiece of the sacred Dewa Sanzan
A shrine famous for its ”Wedded Rocks”
Ohyama Afuri Shrine is located on the top of Mt. Oyama. This historical shrine has been worshiped by common people as well as many military commanders in the past.
The head Kumano shrine where various Kumano deities are worshiped
A historical shrine with a solemn atmosphere built in Gongen-zukuri (style of Shinto architecture in which the main hall and worship hall share one roof). It is designated as National Important Cultural Property. Late April is the best period to see the Azaleas on the premises.
An old shrine known as “Ebessan” to Osaka’s merchants
Founded in 1895 for the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital city to the Heian-kyo, the shrine reproduces the Imperial Palace of the Heian-kyo. It enshrines Emperor Kanmu and Emperor Komei.
This is a historical shrine established about 1,500 years ago. The gods for a good marriage match and family harmony are enshrined.
This is a popular shrine for enmusubi-mairi, praying for a good marriage match. Weathered, miniature Shinto shrines on the shrine grounds invite your profound interest.
The head shrine of Oshu, boasting 1,200 years of history
Surrounded by the old-growth forest of Tadasu-no-Mori, the shrine has records that date back before Christ. It is also renowned as a spiritual place believed to bring good luck in romance.
This lushly green shrine faces Midosuji boulevard and is more than 1600 years old
The thatched Haiden hall is magnificent
Nogi Shrine is a shrine where Nogi Maresuke (1849 - 1912), a general in the Imperial Japanese army during the Meiji period (1868-1912), and his wife are enshrined.
Encounter a god of matchmaking in a busy district
Hanazono-jinja Shrine in Shinjuku, loved by many as an urban oasis.
Famous for its deity of scholarship