This article will explain the features of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine, including the Goshuin received from an actual visit, the benefits of the shrine, the cost of the Goshuin, where you can receive them, and the times they are available!
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What is Akasaka Hikawa Shrine?
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine, located in Minato City, Tokyo, is revered for its strong faith in ‘protection from evil’ and ‘matchmaking,’ attracting many visitors each year. The current shrine building was renovated by Tokugawa Yoshimune and has a rich history dating back to the Edo period, making it a shrine of great historical significance.
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
Location：6-10-12 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo
TEL：03-3583-1935
Visiting Hours：9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Blessings and Deities
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine enshrines Susanoo-no-Mikoto, Kushiinadahime-no-Mikoto, and Ōnamuchi-no-Mikoto.
◆Deities (Gosaijin)
・Susanoo-no-Mikoto（素盞嗚尊）
・Kushiinadahime-no-Mikoto（奇稲田姫命）
・Ōnamuchi-no-Mikoto（大己貴命）
◆Blessings (Go-benefits)
・Matchmaking、Cutting ties、Protection from evil、Prosperity in business、Success in life
History
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine was founded in the Heian period (951). It was originally enshrined in a place called Hitotsugi Village in the Toshima District of Musashi Province. During the Edo period, the shrine garnered strong faith from the people, and when Tokugawa Yoshimune became shogun, he oversaw the relocation and renovation of the shrine to its current location. A majestic shrine building was constructed, and the relocation took place in 1730.
Access to Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
◆Location
6-10-12 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo
◆Transportation
・Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line, Akasaka Station, Exit 6
・Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Roppongi Station, Exit 7
・Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, Roppongi-itchome Station, Exit 1
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine’s Goshuin
This is the goshuin (temple seal) from Akasaka Hikawa Shrine! In addition to the simple goshuin, you can also receive seasonal goshuin.
The office where you can receive the goshuin is located on the right-hand side.
There were also cute zodiac-themed paper fortune slips available!
Bestowing Hours：9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Please confirm on the official website or other official sources before visiting)
Location: Office
Goshuin Fee: 500 yen
Style of Goshuin：Handwritten (as of March 2024)
Official Website：Official Website
Visiting Report on Akasaka Hikawa Shrine！！
Passing through the torii gate, let’s begin our visit!!
Guardian lion-dogs and stone lanterns
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine is said to have seven pairs of guardian lion-dogs and stone lanterns. How about trying to find all of them?
Akasaka Hikawa Festival Float
There was an Akasaka Hikawa festival float. It seems that the entire community is involved in the restoration and preservation of the floats. The displayed float was very impressive.
Enmusubi（縁結ひ）
There was something called ‘Enmusubi.
You write your wish on washi paper and tie it to a lattice, and it is said that your wish will come true…!!
1. Write your wish on washi paper using seasonal colors.
2. Fold the washi paper vertically in half twice.
3. Tie it to the lattice with your wish in mind.
Kyu Shrine
It is said that Kyu Shrine was formed by merging nine shrines that were once located within the grounds of Akasaka Hikawa Shrine: Tenso Shrine, Kasuga Shrine, Kashima Shrine, Hachiman Shrine, Suwa Shrine, Akiba Shrine, Itsukushima Shrine, Konpira Shrine, and Sai Shrine. Each of these shrines serves as a place for remote worship.
Summary
Thank you for reading.
Please do visit the charming Akasaka Hikawa Shrine.
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