Tokyo
⛩️ Kanda Myojin Shrine (神田明神)神田明神
Tokyo
About Kanda Myojin Shrine (神田明神)
The historic shrine that guards Kanda, Tokyo, famous for holding the Kanda Matsuri, one of Japan's three great festivals.
Details
Kanda Shrine has a long history and is said to be particularly effective in bringing good relationships, ensuring business success, and dispelling misfortune. Additionally, it is known as a guardian of victory and luck. The shrine is located in Kanda, Tokyo, which is a business district, so every New Year's, many office workers come here for their first shrine visit (Hatsumode) to pray for smooth work and career advancement. The shrine is also a pilgrimage site for anime fans, where they can purchase various anime-related ema (絵馬) and amulets (御守). The Kanda Myojin Cultural Exchange Center "EDOCCO" is a facility where visitors can experience traditional Japanese culture. During the "Kanda Matsuri" festival, which is held every two years, thousands of parade groups fill the streets of Tokyo, creating a lively and joyful festive atmosphere everywhere.
Highlights
It is said to be quite effective in enhancing one's career prospects and fostering good relationships. Merchandise that combines with popular anime is very popular and often sells out quickly. In mid-May, the "Kanda Matsuri," one of the three major festivals of Edo, is held.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there foreign language informational signs or brochures? (If so, please let me know which languages are available.)
There is an English version of the manual.
Is there a parking lot?
There are 20 vehicles.
Is there a coin-operated locker?
There is a coin-operated locker.
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Essential Information
Address
2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Phone
03-3254-0753
Getting There
(1) About a 5-minute walk from the Holy Bridge exit of JR Chuo Line and Sobu Line's "Ochanomizu" Station. (2) About a 7-minute walk from the Electric Town exit of JR Keihin-Tohoku Line and Yamanote Line's "Akihabara" Station.
Hours / Holidays
Open all year round.
Website
Visit official website









