Tokyo Jissha Meguri (Tour of the Ten Shrines of Tokyo)

This shrine, officially Kanda Shrine, is known as the 'Guardian of Edo'. It enshrines Oonamuchi no Mikoto, Sukunahikona no Mikoto, and Taira no Masakado, and is worshipped as the guardian deity of the areas of Kanda, Nihonbashi, and Akihabara. It is famous for the Kanda Festival, a representative festival of Edo, and is a shrine for business prosperity and matchmaking. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees, as they may change. A short walk from JR Ochanomizu Station and Akihabara Station.

This shrine is located on a hill in Nagata-cho and is worshipped as the guardian deity of Edo, protecting the southwest of the Imperial Palace. It enshrines Oyamakui no Kami. It is famous for the Sanno Festival, one of the three major festivals of Edo, and also for its 'Saru' (monkey) statues, considered messengers of the gods. You can also access the shrine building via an escalator from the Sotobori-dori side. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from 'Tameike-Sanno' and 'Akasaka' subway stations.

This ancient shrine, located in Nezu, Bunkyo Ward, has a Gongen-zukuri style shrine building constructed by the fifth Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, which is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. Legends of the founding by Yamato Takeru are passed down. Highlights include the Senbon Torii (thousand torii gates) of Otome Inari within the grounds and the azalea garden in spring (bloom times vary by year). Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from 'Nezu' and 'Sendagi' subway stations.

This shrine, which enshrines Amaterasu Omikami and Toyouke Omikami, is affectionately known as the 'Ise of Kanto'. Its autumn festival is called the 'Daradara Matsuri' (dilly-dally festival) because it lasts for a long period and is known for its ginger market. It is also popular for its amulets for good luck and matchmaking. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees, as they may change. A short walk from JR Hamamatsucho Station and 'Daimon' subway station.

This ancient shrine in Bunkyo Ward enshrines Kikurihime no Mikoto, Izanagi no Mikoto, and Izanami no Mikoto, having invited the Hakusan faith from Kaga. It is also known for its belief in healing toothaches. It is a famous spot for hydrangeas in early summer and serves as the venue for the 'Bunkyo Ajisai Matsuri' (Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival) (bloom times vary by year). Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from 'Hakusan' and 'Hon-Komagome' subway stations.

This Tenjin shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the god of learning, is also known as 'Eastern Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine'. It is famous for the view of Tokyo Skytree seen over the vermilion arched drum bridge spanning the Shinji-ike pond, as well as its wisteria in spring and plum blossoms in early spring (bloom times vary by year). It is crowded with people praying for success in exams. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from JR Kameido Station and Kinshicho Station.

This shrine, located on a hill in Kita-Shinagawa, Shinagawa Ward, enshrines Daikokuten, one of the Seven Lucky Gods of Tokai. Highlights include 'Shinagawa Fuji', a fujizuka (Mt. Fuji mound) that can be climbed within the grounds, and the 'Ichiryū Manbai no Izumi' (Fountain of One Seed, Ten Thousandfold Increase), which is said to increase wealth if you wash money in it. It is also known for its early summer Grand Festival (Kita no Tenno Matsuri). Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from Keikyu 'Shin-Bamba' Station.

This Hachiman shrine, affectionately known as 'Fukagawa Hachiman', is one of the largest in Edo and enshrines Emperor Ojin as its main deity. It is famous for the Fukagawa Hachiman Festival (Water-Splashing Festival), one of the three major festivals of Edo. It is said to be the birthplace of Edo Sumo promotion, and stone monuments related to sumo, such as the Yokozuna Rikishihi (Grand Champion Sumo Wrestler Monument), are lined up. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from 'Monzen-Nakacho' subway station.

This shrine, located in Akasaka, Minato Ward, enshrines Susanoo-no-Mikoto and other deities. The shrine building was constructed in its current location by order of Tokugawa Yoshimune, the eighth Shogun, and highlights include the shrine building that retains the atmosphere of Edo and the ancient ginkgo tree. It is also known as a shrine for matchmaking. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees, as they may change. A short walk from 'Akasaka' and 'Roppongi-itchome' subway stations.

This shrine, located in Oji, Kita Ward, is the origin of the place name 'Oji' and enshrines deities such as Izanagi no Mikoto. It is said to have been founded based on Kumano worship and received reverence from the Tokugawa shogunate. It is also known for its subsidiary shrine, Seki Shrine, which is worshipped for hair and performing arts, and its hair mound. Please check the official website for the latest information on Goshuin granting hours and fees. A short walk from JR Oji Station.