【神社仏閣ひとり旅】東京五社御朱印巡り[御朱印500名印(No.250～252)]

【神社仏閣ひとり旅】東京五社御朱印巡り[御朱印500名印(No.250～252)]

This time’s Goshuin trip Masaharu started from Iidabashi Station. We will be visiting five shrines in Tokyo. First, go to Tokyo Daijingu Shrine! It’s located a little inside from the main street. A relatively new shrine, founded in 1880.

It was originally located in Hibiya, but was moved to its current location after the Great Kanto Earthquake. The deities enshrined here are “Amaterasu no Okami” at the inner shrine of Ise Grand Shrine and “Toyouke no Okami” at the outer shrine of Ise Grand Shrine. For this reason, it is also called “Tokyo’s Ise-sama”.

It is also famous for being the first to hold a Shinto wedding ceremony for the general public. Perhaps for this reason, it is popular and is always crowded with worshipers, especially women, who believe it has good luck with marriage.

It’s located in the city center, so it’s not that big, and the precincts are small. I get the impression that many people visit the shrine as part of their routine before going to work. The precincts include Iitomi Inari Shrine, which is deeply connected to the performing arts.

There are benches and other places to sit on the grounds, which is helpful. Now, this is the Goshuin seal that I received on the day. I was able to receive it at the awarding place next to the shrine. That’s beautiful calligraphy! On this day, I received a picture postcard along with the stamp.

Next, leave Tokyo Daijingu and head to Yasukuni Shrine. When you hit Waseda Street, turn left. We will walk towards the southeast. Then, you will see the Tayasumon signal on Yasukuni Dori. You will see a torii gate next to the Tayasumon signal. This time, I refrained from taking photos inside the temple grounds.

This is the Goshuin seal that I received on the day. Beautiful calligraphy too! Now, after “Yasukuni Shrine”, we will head to “Hie Shrine”. I headed to the nearby Kudanshita subway station. Take the subway Hanzomon Line train bound for Shibuya. When I got off at Nagatacho Station, I headed for exit 6.

It’s difficult to find the path from Exit 6 to Hie Shrine, so rely on your phone’s map. The two shrines so far were relatively new shrines. The “Hie Shrine” we are heading to from now on is not known when it was built, but it seems to be quite old.

By the way, who decided on the five Tokyo companies? As I was walking while thinking about this, I arrived at Hie Shrine. The deity enshrined at Hie Shrine is Oyamakui. The torii is “Sanno Torii”. It is characterized by a triangular gable at the top. This signifies the union of Buddhism and Shinto.

The headquarters of Hie Shrine is Hiyoshi Taisha in Shiga. Since “Hiyoshi Taisha” is the guardian deity of Mt. Hiei, it is thought that “Hie” in “Hie Shrine” is connected to “Hie” of Mt. Hiei.

When you pass through the Sanno Torii gate and go up Otokozaka, you will see the Shinmon gate in front of you. On the Otokozaka side, there are statues of people enshrined on both sides. However, the enshrined deity of Hie Shrine, Oyamakui, uses a monkey as his errand.

Therefore, if you look at the shrine building side of the “Shinmon” gate, you will see a pair of “Masaru statues” that cannot be seen at other shrines. The shrine building was destroyed in the last war, so it was rebuilt in 1958.

On the left side of the shrine building is a statue of his mother’s sacred monkey. Pray for family safety and childbearing. On his right hand is his father’s “sacred monkey statue.” Pray for business prosperity and elimination of misfortune.

By the way, there is a wisteria trellis on the grounds, and the best time to see it is from mid-April to late April. After joining hands at the worship hall, take a walk inside the temple grounds from the right. Immediately after exiting the transparent wall, on the left is the shrine shrine, Shui-o-sha.

“Sanno Inari Shrine”, “Sarutahiko Shrine”, and “Yasaka Shrine” are lined up. This guardian dog is said to have been dedicated in 1820. “Sanno Inari Shrine” has been here since before “Hie Shrine” was moved here. Next to it are Sarutahiko Shrine and Yasaka Shrine. As I went further, I saw a red torii gate.

This is where the plaque reading “Sanno Inari Shrine” is hung. In front of it is Inari Sando, which is lined with red torii gates. It has now become a popular spot among foreigners and is crowded even on weekdays. If you are coming from Akasakamitsuke Station, this approach is convenient.

Now, here is the Goshuin seal that I received that day. I am impressed by the beautiful print every time. A bookmark and wooden tag with a divine monkey design are also included each time. After Hie Shrine, we will continue on to Meiji Shrine.

I want to take the Chiyoda Line, so I’m aiming for Kokugigijiji-mae Station, but it looks like I can get there from the basement of The Capitol Hotel Tokyu. There was a guide here. You can also go to Tameike-Sanno Station. From in front of the National Diet Building, take the train bound for Yoyogi-Uehara.

Get off at Meiji Jingumae. Get off at Meiji Jingumae and head for exit 2. Then, I was able to get out in front of the torii gate on the south approach. The torii gate on the south approach was rebuilt with domestically produced cedar wood in 2022.

I bowed once in front of the torii gate and proceeded along the south approach to the shrine. As soon as you step inside the temple grounds, you won’t believe that you are right next to Harajuku. As you walk along the approach, you will see “Sake Kobaru” lined up on your right.

Items donated by sake brewers from all over the country are lined up. On the other side are wine barrels donated from the Burgundy region of France! Continuing along the South Sando, you will find Japan’s largest torii gate at the junction with the North Sando.

At 12m high, it is the tallest wooden Myojin torii gate in Japan. From the Otorii gate, the path becomes Seisando and you can proceed further. A passage from Emperor Meiji’s “Jingi.” Turn right at the end. When you see the torii gate, there is a chozuya (chozuya) on your left, so stop by.

Wash your hands and mouth before joining hands at the shrine. I was surprised by the number of foreigners there. You can hear the languages ​​of many different countries, and people from all over the world come to worship here.

If you bow once in front of the “Minami Shinmon” gate and proceed forward, you will see the “haiden” in front of you. It’s this crowded even on weekdays. We put our hands together and expressed our gratitude.

The camphor tree in front of the shrine is also called the “husband and wife camphor tree” and is a symbol of marital harmony and family safety. I returned to the Otorii gate and decided to visit Meiji Jingu Gyoen. You will enter the garden by paying a 500 yen maintenance fee at the entrance.

This place was the garden of the lower residence of the Kato and Ii families during the Edo period. This is “Sountei”. A resting place built by Emperor Meiji for Empress Shoken. The current building was rebuilt in 1958, as it was destroyed by fire during the war.

What you will see ahead is the “Minami Pond.” The water source is Kiyomasa Well, which we will head to later. It then flows under the Shinbashi Bridge on the south approach, which we walked earlier, and empties into the Shibuya River.

You can’t see any power lines or buildings, so it feels like it’s the same as it used to be. There are benches by the pond where you can sit and relax. This is “Otsuridai”. This is the place where Empress Shoken fished.

It seems to have been created for Emperor Meiji and Empress Dowager Shoken. I would like to go further into the inner part of the garden. Then, “Iris Field” came into view. Approximately 1,500 irises of 150 types are in full bloom from early June to early July.

It is deep and seems like you can take a stroll while walking along the path. Along the way, there was a four-way shop where you could sit and take a break. Pass through the iris fields and go deeper. At the very back is Kiyomasa Well.

This well is said to have been dug by Kato Kiyomasa since the Edo period. It seems that this spring water never stops flowing all year round. An average of 60 liters per minute, and the water temperature is 15 degrees all year round.

On the way back to the entrance, I saw “Azalea Mountain.” The best time to see them seems to be April. And this is the Goshuin seal that I received on the day. This time I also received a goshuincho. The purple color is lovely. I am enchanted by the beautiful calligraphy every time.

Now, it’s past noon, so I’d like to have lunch. I was nervous about eating in Harajuku because there were so many young people there, but there was a curry restaurant that I loved so I decided to stop by. About 10 seats. A small curry shop with mostly counter seating.

Click here for the menu. This time I ordered Keema curry (medium spicy). I also ordered the homemade lassi + salad set. When I entered a curry shop, a lassi became a must. The sweetness of the onions is followed by the spiciness of the spices. It was very delicious. Thank you for the meal.

After filling my stomach, I resumed my tour of goshuin stamps. Next, I took the Yamanote Line from Harajuku to Shinjuku to head to Okunitama Shrine in Fuchu. Of the five shrines in Tokyo this time, only Okunitama Shrine is located a little far from the center of the city.

Once you get off at Shinjuku Station, transfer to the Keio Line. To get to Fuchu, take the limited express bound for Takaosanguchi or Keio Hachioji. After getting off at Fuchu Station, head towards the south exit. After exiting the south exit of Fuchu Station, walk straight along Fuchu Ekimae Street.

Next, turn right at the Okunitama Shrine East traffic light. Then, I saw the torii gate of Okunitama Shrine on my left. Precinct map. There is a shrine at the end of a long approach. First, say hello to the precinct shrine on the right side of the torii gate.

This is “Inari Shrine”. The red torii gate and the red shrine building. It is said to be a shrine that is revered by people in the old Kobe area of ​​the town, so it is also called “Kobe Inari Shrine.” This “Otorii” is said to be the best in Japan made of granite.

It was dedicated in 1951. A guardian dog at my feet. I bowed in front of the torii gate and apologized for the inconvenience. What you can see at the end of the long approach is the Zuishinmon Gate. The shrine building is beyond that.

On the way to the shrine, on the left is Miyanoma Shrine. The enshrined deity is “Tencho Onna no Mikoto.” It is revered as the god of safe childbirth, and many “easy childbirth ladles” were offered to pray for safe childbirth. Beyond that, there is a “sumo hall” on the left as well.

The Hassaku Sumo Festival is held on August 1st every year. And this is “Zuishinmon”. There is a “Chozuya” on the right before “Zuishinmon”, so stop by. The current building was completed in 1897. It has many carvings and is a must-see.

Also, the water basin is said to have an engraving of the year 1813. “Zuishinmon” is a relatively new gate that was renovated in 2011. In the front, there are statues of people on either side. I bowed once in front of the Zuishinmon gate and proceeded to observe the rear.

Zodiac signs of 2024. The large votive tablet depicting a dragon catches your eye, but the statues of Ebisu and Ōkuni were enshrined behind the Zuishinmon gate. Also, as soon as you pass through the Zuishinmon gate, there are Kameishi and Tsuruishi on the left and right.

Although it is not shaped like a turtle or a crane, the crane and turtle seem to bring good luck. Beyond that, on the left is the Drum Tower, which was rebuilt in 1854. drums instead of bells.

Kaguraden is on the right hand side of the approach. Daida Kagura is dedicated at the autumn festival Kurisai in September. This is “Nakajakumon”. Rebuilt in 1969. The foundation of the guardian dog in the foreground is a rugged rock with a rustic feel.

Then, bow once at the Chujakumon gate and proceed to the Worship Hall. The current worship hall was renovated in 1885. After joining hands in the “Haden” and expressing our gratitude, we proceeded to the “Ningyo Nagashi”.

“Ningyo Nagashi” is a ritual to ward off evil spirits by transferring impurity to paper dolls and floating them into the river. Pay the first fruits fee of 100 yen and follow the etiquette to ward off evil spirits. A stream was flowing right next to it.

It was early March. Beautiful plum blossoms near the entrance. On the left side of the shrine is the “Water Shrine”. The shrine building dates back to 1849. Groundwater pumped up from the dragon’s mouth is flowing, and you can take water from it.

Let’s move closer to the “main shrine” at the back of the shrine. The main shrine was built in 1667 by order of Tokugawa Ietsuna. The “honden” is the building where the god is actually enshrined. To the left of the main shrine is Tatsumi Shrine. The enshrined deity is Ichikishima Hime no Mikoto.

The god is also called “Benzaiten” and is said to be deeply worshiped in the flower and lily world. “Matsuo Shrine” is next door. The torii gate was built in 1807. At the back of the main hall is the sacred tree, the large ginkgo tree.

The tree is said to be 1000 years old, with a trunk circumference of 8.6m and a height of 20.3m. It is said that if you put your hands together, it will help you gain weight after giving birth. In front of “Big Ginkgo”. “Shinbasha” is on the right side of the shrine building.

The “sacred horse” of Hakuba was enshrined here. Next to it is Toshogu Shrine, the deity enshrined by Tokugawa Ieyasu. Furthermore, “Sumiyoshi Shrine” and “Owashi Shrine” are next to it. “Sumiyoshi Shrine” is headquartered in Sumiyoshi, Osaka. God of maritime protection, protection from disasters, and blessings.

“Owashi Shrine” is headquartered in Sakai, Osaka. God of good luck and prosperous business. And this is the Goshuin seal that I received on the day. Beautiful calligraphy too. There are many Goshuin stamps with beautiful characters in the five Tokyo shrines! This time’s goshuin tour ended at Okunitama Shrine.

I decided to take a break at a cafe just outside the west approach. Right next to the precincts. A small cafe with about 20 seats. This time I ordered the “Rum Pound Cake”. I also ordered hot coffee as a set drink. I crossed 20,000 steps on this day, so I’m feeling sweet.

There are seats on the second floor so you can see the temple grounds, so next time! After taking a break at Kogumaya Coffee Shop, don’t forget to buy a souvenir for your family. When you reach the old Koshu Kaido road, turn right. We will walk towards the east. As

I continued along the old Koshu Highway with the torii gate of Okunitama Shrine on my right , I saw the cake shop I was looking for on my right. Founded in the first year of the Meiji era as a Japanese confectionery shop. Currently a patisserie and Italian restaurant.

And here is the cake lineup. After some hesitation, I chose “Blueberry.” Blueberry mousse and rare cheese cream. “Yuzu tart”. Yuzu cream has a refreshing taste. “Puddin’ a la mode”. The dishes seem to change depending on the season. I also bought souvenirs for my precious family members on my way home.

Return west on the old Koshu Highway and turn left at the Fuchu City Hall traffic light. Enter Honmachi Shopping Street at the traffic light west of Okunitama Shrine. Then, you can exit to JR Fuchuhonmachi Station. I decided to take the Musashino Line home from here. Well then, thank you again!

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