Tokyo-daijingu Shrine [Tokyo]

【Tokyo-daijingu Shrine summary】

Tokyo-daijingu Shrine (Tokyo Grand Shrine) was built in 1838 as the Tokyo Far Worship Hall of Ise Jingu Shrine. Since the Ise Jingu Shrine was originally built in Tokyo, a visit to the Tokyo Daijingu Shrine is a visit to the Ise Jingu Shrine. The shrine was originally called Hibiya Grand Shrine, but was destroyed in the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923. In 1928, it was rebuilt in its current location in Iidabashi, and the name was changed to Tokyo Daijingu. It was the first shrine where Shinto wedding ceremonies were held, and is known as the most famous god of marriage in Tokyo, attracting many female worshippers.

The two deities are Amaterasu-Omikami and Toyoke-Omikami.

Jingu (Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu) [Mie]

Toyoke Grand Shrine (Outer Shrine of Ise Jingu) [Mie]

【Tokyo-daijingu Shrine precincts】

The attached Matsuya Salon (café store) also has a nice atmosphere, but please note that it is not a rest area. It is a café, so if you want to take a break, order something. (All drinks are 500 yen.) This is a wedding reception hall run by Ginza Matsuya, and although the first floor is difficult to find, it is a café store. I hear the food at the wedding reception is delicious.

【Tokyo-daijingu Shrine scenery】

Because it is located in an area with a high concentration of office buildings, you should not expect the solemn atmosphere that is typical of shrines. When I visited the shrine, it was a weekday, but there were many worshippers. There is a wide variety of good luck charms and other items, so I think it is a fun shrine for women and couples in that respect.

【Tokyo-daijingu Shrine GOSHUIN】

500 yen (2023)　

【Tokyo-daijingu Shrine Nearby attractions】

Yasukuni Shrine, Imperial Palace

Yasukuni-jinja Shrine [Tokyo]

皇居(皇居外苑・江戸城跡・東御苑）【東京都】

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