Kameido Tenjin Shrine
江東區
· Temples & Shrines
Kameido Tenjin Shrine is a famous shrine located in Kameido, Koto Ward, Tokyo, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane, the deity of learning. It is listed as one of the 'Ten Shrines of Tokyo'. The shrine was built in imitation of Dazaifu Tenmangu in Kyushu, featuring the Heart-Shaped Pond and the Taiko Bridge. It is also known as 'Hana Shrine' or 'Eastern Dazaifu', famous for its plum blossoms, wisteria, and chrysanthemums. Every year, the Plum Blossom Festival and Wisteria Festival are held from late winter to spring, and the Chrysanthemum Festival takes place in autumn, making it a popular spot for flower viewing and academic success prayers. It is about a 15-minute walk from JR Kameido Station or Kinshicho Station, and entry is free.
