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Church & Religious Site

Kanda Myōjin

📍 Kanda Myōjin, Tokyo, Japan
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Quick Facts

Location
Japan, Tokyo
Category
Church & Religious Site
Duration
1 hour
Address
Kanda Myōjin, Tokyo, Japan
Coordinates
35.6940, 139.7690

Introduction

Kanda Myōjin, formally Kanda Shrine, was founded in 730 in the Kanda district of Chiyoda, Tokyo. It enshrines Daikokuten, Ebisu and other deities and was revered as the 'great guardian of Edo', especially by merchants. In recent years it has become an anime pilgrimage site as a location in Love Live! and other series.

✨ Highlights

1
Guardian of Edo
The great protective shrine of Edo and its merchants.
2
Kanda Matsuri
The biennial festival, one of Edo's three great matsuri.
3
Anime site
A pilgrimage spot for Love Live! and other series.

🛈 Practical Info

→Location:2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
→Time needed:About 1 hour
→Ticket Information:Free

💡 Tips

• The Kanda Matsuri in mid-May is the grandest time.
• A wide range of omamori charms; Daikokuten is the favourite.
• Ten minutes' walk from Akihabara.

FAQ

How much is the admission for Kanda Myōjin?

Free

Any practical tips for visiting Kanda Myōjin?

The Kanda Matsuri in mid-May is the grandest time. A wide range of omamori charms; Daikokuten is the favourite.

How long should I spend at Kanda Myōjin?

A typical visit takes 1 hour.

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