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Kameido Tenjinsha
江東区亀戸３丁目６−１
Known as the head shrine of the Tenmangu shrines in the eastern regions of Japan. It has been celebrated since the Edo period as 'Tokyo's number one spot for wisteria.' In spring, massive wisteria trellises bloom brilliantly, offering a picturesque landscape featuring a drum bridge and pond that was once depicted in ukiyo-e woodblock prints.
Enshrined deities
Sugawara-no-Michizane (Tenjin)
History
Founded in 1661 by Sugawara Otori Nobusuke. In 1662, the shrine buildings were renovated following the style of Dazaifu Tenmangu, and it has since been revered as the principal shrine for Tenmangu in the eastern region.
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What visitors say
The grounds are planted with plum and wisteria trees, which bloom beautifully depending on the season. It is also known as a photo spot where you can capture images with Tokyo Skytree in the background. There is no parking lot at the shrine, so visitors must use nearby coin-operated parking lots. The surrounding area consists of residential houses and office buildings.
Opening hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Annual events & festivals
- January 1 onwardHatsumode (First Shrine Visit of the Year)
Known as the 'Eastern Saifu,' this is a deity of learning. The shrine is bustling with prayers for passing exams.
Known as the 'Eastern Dazaifu,' this is a deity of learning. The shrine is bustling with examinees praying for success, and the taiko-bashi (drum-shaped bridge) over the Shinji Pond is a famous feature.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Deity of learning
- ・Prayers for exam success
- ・Taiko-bashi bridge over Shinji Pond
- January 24-25Uso-gae Shinsai (Lying Change Rite)
A Shinto rite where a wooden carving of a 'uso' (hoopoe) is replaced to turn misfortune into good fortune.
On January 24-25, a wooden carving of a 'uso' (hoopoe) is replaced. It is believed that this rite turns the bad events of the previous year into 'lies' (uso), thereby changing them into good fortune.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Replacing the 'uso' (hoopoe)
- ・Rite for good fortune
- Late April to early MayFuji Matsuri (Wisteria Festival)
Tokyo's premier wisteria viewing spot. A co-performance of purple flower clusters and the Skytree.
From late April to early May, approximately 100 wisteria plants drape purple flower clusters at this site, known as Tokyo's number one wisteria spot. The view combining the arched bridge and the Skytree is popular.
HighlightsSee details on the official site ›- ・Tokyo's premier wisteria viewing spot
- ・Wisteria trellis and arched bridge
- ・Distant view of the Skytree
Dates can shift from year to year. Please check the official information before you go.
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