A “matchmaking” shrine embraced by lush greenery that makes you forget the bustle of the city
A soul-cleansing power spot where you encounter tranquility and history in the heart of Tokyo
【赤坂氷川神社】
Located in the very center of the metropolis, in Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo, Akasaka Hikawa Shrine is enveloped in lush greenery and serenity the moment you step inside.
With over a thousand years of history since its enshrinement, it is cherished by locals and many worshippers for its strong traditions of warding off misfortune and matchmaking.
The main shrine hall erected by Tokugawa Yoshimune miraculously escaped numerous earthquakes and wartime destruction, preserving its original appearance to this day, and it is designated as a Tangible Cultural Property of Tokyo.
Within the precincts, torii gates, guardian lion-dogs, and stone lanterns engraved with Edo-era dates still remain, creating a captivating space where history and nature are in harmony, preserving many rare Edo-period scenes within Tokyo.
Three recommended highlights
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1. Valuable architecture and scenery that preserve the Edo-period appearance
The main shrine building of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine retains the same appearance as when it was built in Kyōhō 14 (1729) in the mid-Edo period. Walking around the precincts, you will find many heritage items that evoke history, such as stone monuments and lanterns engraved with Edo-era dates and seven pairs of guardian lion-dog statues, making you feel as if you have slipped back in time to the Edo period.
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2. A “sacred grove” surrounded by lush greenery
The precincts are so richly surrounded by trees that you can forget the bustle of the city. The trees, including a great ginkgo over 400 years old, show different faces with each season and offer visitors healing and peace. Worshipping while feeling the breath of nature becomes a special time that refreshes both body and mind.
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3. Blessings for matchmaking and monthly worship
As it enshrines the married deities Susanoo-no-Mikoto and Kushinadahime-no-Mikoto, as well as Ōnamuchi-no-Mikoto, it is known for strong blessings of matchmaking. From the first day of each month, the monthly-visit goshuin “Kasane” is offered, and the once-a-month “matchmaking worship” is supported by many people who wish for good relationships.
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Facility information
| Name | Akasaka Hikawa Shrine |
| Address | 〒107-0052 東京都港区赤坂6-10-12 |
| Access |
① Chiyoda Line Akasaka Station （Exit 5） ② Hibiya Line Roppongi Station （Exit 7） ③ Oedo Line Roppongi Station （Exit 7） ④ Namboku Line Roppongi-itchome Station （Exit 1） ⑤ Ginza Line Tameike-sanno Station （Exit 12） 8 minutes' walk from each station listed above |
| Parking |
There are 9 parking spaces on the shrine grounds. Please use them when visiting.
＊Because the grounds are paved with stone, vehicles the size of a microbus or larger cannot enter. |
| Hours |
Opening time 6：00 Office reception 9：00～17：00 Closing time 17：30 |
| Closed days | No holidays |
| Worship | Free |
| Official website | https://www.akasakahikawa.or.jp/ |
Other recommended information
At Akasaka Hikawa Shrine, various festivals and events are held throughout the year.
🔸On September 15 each year, the annual festival (Akasaka Hikawa Festival) is held, where you can feel the local tradition and vitality.
🔸From 9:00 a.m. on the 1st of each month, the monthly goshuin「かさね」, whose design changes each month, is available.
🔸Shinto wedding ceremonies are also held within the precincts, allowing you to celebrate the start of a new chapter in a traditional and solemn atmosphere.
🔸Opportunities to engage with Japanese traditional culture are also offered through「お教室・崇敬会」.
© 2026 Akasakahikawa Shrine.
© 2026 Akasakahikawa Shrine.
© 2026 Akasakahikawa Shrine.
© 2026 Akasakahikawa Shrine.
References
- 赤坂氷川神社 Official Website：https://www.akasakahikawa.or.jp/
BASIC INFORMATION
| Name |
赤坂氷川神社 (アカサカ・ヒカワジンジャ) |
|---|---|
| Address | 6-10-12 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo Access |
| Phone | 03-3583-1935 |
| Official URL | https://www.akasakahikawa.or.jp/ |
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