Admission
- Adult (18+)Free
Setagaya, Tokyo Prefecture
Kawazu cherry trees bloom here in early spring, and visitors can tie pink ribbons (花帯) to the branches—a unique custom that creates an incredibly photogenic combination of sakura and ribbons.
The shrine's founder, Yoshimura Masatsune, received a divine message from Empress Yamato-hime at Ise Shrine to name his teachings "Shinshū" (神習), meaning "learning the ways of the gods."
In 1893, American astronomer Percival Lowell became the first foreigner to formally worship at Ise Shrine, arranged by the shrine's founder who taught him Shinto philosophy despite Lowell being a devout Christian.
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Typical Crowds
Bustling
Visit Duration
Standard (45-60 minutes)
Expect significant wait times at the授与所 (juyosho/amulet office) for御朱印 (goshuin/shrine stamps) and御守り (omamori/amulets), especially during cherry blossom season when waits can reach 1-2 hours.
The shrine offers beautifully designed limited edition御朱印 (goshuin) that change monthly and seasonally, including special zodiac designs in January and pink cherry blossom-themed versions in February.
The shrine practices traditional Shinto rituals including rare ceremonies like fire-walking (火渡り/hiwatari) and kettle divination (釜鳴り/kamanari), which are uncommon among Japanese shrines.
The shrine is conveniently located just a short walk from the nearest subway station in Sakura-Shinmachi, making it very accessible by public transportation.
3 recent visits and photo contributions
Stefan ThomePro shared a goshuin
Maximilian Habsburg-LothringenPro shared a goshuin
The divine spirits venerated at this sacred place
What this place is believed to grant
Fascinating facts about this place
Kawazu cherry trees bloom here in early spring, and visitors can tie pink ribbons (花帯) to the branches—a unique custom that creates an incredibly photogenic combination of sakura and ribbons.
The shrine's founder, Yoshimura Masatsune, received a divine message from Empress Yamato-hime at Ise Shrine to name his teachings "Shinshū" (神習), meaning "learning the ways of the gods."
In 1893, American astronomer Percival Lowell became the first foreigner to formally worship at Ise Shrine, arranged by the shrine's founder who taught him Shinto philosophy despite Lowell being a devout Christian.
Wild mejiro (Japanese white-eye birds) frequently visit the shrine's grounds and have become beloved regulars that worshippers hope to spot during their visit.
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