All Reviews of Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine

There are regular markets here on certain days every month. It's lively and definitely worth a visit.

I was lucky enough to witness a traditional Japanese wedding ceremony at Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine. It made me feel so happy for the newlyweds! 💖

I remember going to the big annual festival at this shrine on August 15 a few years ago. The atmosphere was really impressive, and I even got splashed with water! I was so caught up in the excitement that I forgot to take any photos. Recently, I had the chance to visit this historic shrine again. After reading an article on Good Luck Trip, I learned that this place has deep ties to sumo and Tadataka Ino, who drew the first map of Japan. Now I want to go back and check out the spots mentioned in the article.

Tomioka Hachimangu Shrine has a long history and is the largest Hachiman shrine in Tokyo. Besides New Year’s visits, they also hold regular festivals and antique markets.

The shrine’s purification fountain is really impressive, with a golden phoenix on each side. Nearby, there’s a pond dedicated to the Fukagawa Dragon God, where you can place your written wishes in the water for blessings. There are also many monuments honoring sumo wrestlers who have achieved the highest ranks over the years.

This shrine is a sacred spot for sumo wrestling. Right at the entrance, on the right side, you'll see an inscription on a stone monument showing its height, along with handwritten names of famous sumo wrestlers. It's really interesting.