根津神社
Nezu Shrine
A tranquil Shinto shrine with 1,900 years of history—best known for its vermilion torii tunnel and hillside of blooming azaleas.
Attraction
Cultural Heritage, Historic Shrine, Azalea Festival, Hidden Gem
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Tucked away in a quiet residential corner of Bunkyo, Nezu Shrine is one of Tokyo’s oldest and most picturesque spiritual sites. Said to have been founded nearly two millennia ago, the current buildings date back to 1706 and remain remarkably intact, featuring intricate wood carvings and brilliant lacquer in the Edo-period Gongen-zukuri style. The grounds are equally compelling, with stone lanterns, a koi-filled pond, and a hillside garden famous for its April Tsutsuji Matsuri (Azalea Festival), when over 3,000 bushes burst into bloom. A photogenic tunnel of vermilion torii adds a Kyoto-like feel without the crowds. Nezu Shrine blends neighborhood calm with deep historical presence—a rare harmony in the capital.
Facilities & Services
Edo-period shrine architecture
Azalea garden and spring festival
Tunnel of red torii gates
Open daily; no admission fee
Located near Nezu and Sendagi Stations
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