All Reviews of Naritasan Shinshoji Temple

At Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, a renowned ancient temple in the Kanto region with a thousand-year history, I stood in the spacious temple grounds before the vermilion Three-Storied Pagoda, built in 1712 and designated an Important Cultural Property, and the magnificent Great Main Hall! The Three-Storied Pagoda's exquisitely detailed lacquered wood carvings of dragons in the clouds and the Sixteen Arhats gleamed in the sunlight. In front of the Great Main Hall is an incense burner dedicated to the statue of Fudō Myōō, where curling incense smoke fills the air with a solemn and reverent atmosphere. As an extremely popular destination in Japan for hatsumode, the first shrine or temple visit of the New Year, its rich history and stately architecture inspire awe. When visiting Chiba or traveling through Narita Airport, this is definitely a place for prayer and a cultural pilgrimage that shouldn't be missed!

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple is about a 30-minute drive from Narita Airport, making it the perfect choice for wrapping up your trip the day before flying home. Many nearby hotels also offer shuttle service to JR Narita Station, so it's easy to get there.

The Omotesando leading from the station to Shinshoji Temple has a charming historic atmosphere, with shops selling ceramics, rice crackers, and handicrafts lining the way, so there's never a dull moment as you stroll and browse. Shinshoji Temple itself is expansive, with magnificent temple buildings. This thousand-year-old temple dedicated to Fudo Myoo is a famous Japanese “power spot,” and it's well worth setting aside plenty of time to walk around, clear your mind, and feel its powerful energy.

While strolling through the majestic grounds, you can also look up and occasionally see planes that have just taken off from or are landing at Narita Airport crossing the sky. The sight of a traditional temple and modern aircraft together is especially unique, adding an unforgettable touch of fun to the visit.

I took an early morning walk in Narita just after daybreak. The sunlight was falling across the temple grounds, the air was crisp and clear, and with so few people around, it felt especially peaceful.

Naritasan Shinshoji Temple is not far from Narita Airport, so it’s a great first or last stop on a trip. The grounds are fairly large, though, so be sure to allow extra time if you want to explore and pray properly.

It’s very close to Narita Airport, so it’s an easy place to stop by on the way!
Omotesando has lots of great food and shops, and the aroma of grilled eel is super tempting.

Every New Year, this temple has the second highest number of visitors after Meiji Shrine. The main street is lined with souvenir shops and restaurants. It's definitely the most iconic temple in the Narita area.

There's a really retro old street on the way to Shinshoji Temple. The famous spot here is Kawatoyo's grilled eel—freshly grilled, fatty, and delicious, served with a clear soup made from eel innards. Super tasty!

Today I visited Naritasan Shinshoji Temple with friends. It takes over an hour by train to get there, but it’s totally worth it. This place is not only a popular spot for worship, but the huge park is also really beautiful and makes for a lovely walk. There are lots of restaurants along the approach selling grilled eel rice, and the smell of charcoal-grilled eel is everywhere. Eel rice has always been a favorite among visitors here and is a local specialty you shouldn't miss.

It's just a short walk from the station, coming down from the hill, and both sides are lined with charming local craft shops. Compared to temples in Tokyo and Kyoto, this place is really peaceful. The garden is beautiful and perfect for a stroll, with ponds and waterfalls adding a calming vibe.