©Arukikata. Co. , Ltd.  |  ©Bringer Japan Z Inc.

Akagi Shrine

Verified [Verified] denotes information that has been published with confirmation of its owing parties.

Akagi Shrine

A Shrine with attractive modern architecture, and visited by many women and members of the entertainment industry.

3.20 4

Last update :
Supervised by :  Akagi Shrine

This Akagi Shrine is said to have been established in 1300, as a spiritual branch of the Akagi Shrine situated at the foothills of Mount Akagi in Gunma prefecture.

The deities, “Iwatsutsuo-no-mikoto” who ward off evil, and “Akagihime-no-mikoto” who grants women’s wishes, are enshrined here.
Many women come to worship, as it is said to bring a fulfilled relationship, easy childbirth and matrimonial happiness.

The modern glass-encased Shinto shrine was rebuilt by Kuma Kengo, a renowned architect in 2010, and draws attention as a fashionable shrine.
There is a subordinate shrine within the grounds, Keisetsu-jinja, that enshrines a deity of academics and arts, which brought many people from the entertainment industry to pray for a drama series or movie hit.

Other subordinate shrines one can also visit include, Yatsumimi shrine, Shusse-Inari shrine and Tosho-gu. There is "Akagi Cafe" located next to the shrine's office, where one can rest after worshiping.

Highlights

  • A deity “Akagihime-no-mikoto” who grants women’s wishes, is enshrined here.
  • A shrine with a modern architectural design.
  • The menu at the "Akagi Cafe" within the premises is rich and diverse, offering the chance to enjoy tea and meals prepared by an Italian cuisine chef.
  • Cute amulets, such as “Ge-Ge-Ge no Kitaro” and “Medama-Oyaji” designs are available.
  • The Komainu resembles the Egyptian Sphinx.

Photos

  • The Haiden

    The Haiden

  • A Haiden with a modern architectural design

    A Haiden with a modern architectural design

  • The shrine in spring

    The shrine in spring

  • Great Torii Gate, Winter Scene

    Great Torii Gate, Winter Scene

  • Komainu

    Komainu

  • Keisetsu-jinja

    Keisetsu-jinja

  • Beyond the Torii are, Yatsumimi shrine, Shusse Inari shrine and Tosho-gu

    Beyond the Torii are, Yatsumimi shrine, Shusse Inari shrine and Tosho-gu

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Do you have shrine’s red ink stamps?
A

Yes.

Q

Is parking available?
A

Not available.

Q

Are coin lockers available?
A

Not available.

Reviews

4

Some reviews are AI-translated.

  • Linda Liao
    See More

    As you wander around Kagurazaka, you may unexpectedly come across Akagi Shrine. Akagi-hime no Mikoto is enshrined here and is said to be associated with women’s happiness, good relationships, and safe childbirth, so the shrine is popular with many female worshippers. Its most distinctive feature is the thoroughly modern architecture, designed in part by Kengo Kuma. The clean, crisp lines create an interesting contrast with the traditional shrine.

  • 吳梅珍
    See More

    A must-visit for fans of 'anti-architecture' master Kengo Kuma. One of his signature works.

  • 孫佳玲
    See More

    This shrine has a modern design and even a café. It feels quite different from the usual shrines—very peaceful and relaxing.

  • 莊添財
    See More

    This is a perfect blend of a traditional shrine and modern architecture. There's no sense of conflict at all—it's really impressive how the architect pulled it off.

Details

Name in Japanese
赤城神社 (Akagi Jinja)
Postal Code
162-0817
Address
1-10 Akagimotomachi, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
Telephone
03-3260-5071
Closed
Never
Hours
Open 24 hours for worship. The Shrine office is open between 9:00am - 5:00pm (prayer reception is open until 4:00pm)
Admission
Free
Access
One minute on foot from the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line Kagurazaka Station exit 1 Kagurazaka Gate
Credit Cards
Not accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)
Hokkaido Tohoku Kanto Chubu Hokuriku Kansai Chugoku Shikoku Kyushu Okinawa