11 Must-Visit Shrines in Tokyo for Prosperity in Business, Love, Health, and Education

Shrines to pray for success in business

If you are looking for fortune in business, visit a shrine where the god of business prosperity is enshrined. It might be a good idea to buy some charms and ofuda (amulets) as souvenirs of your trip.

Atago Shrine

Atago Shrine is located in a tranquil area in Tokyo’s Minato Ward. The sacred grounds are known for "Shusse no Kaidan," the steep stone staircase to success. On site, you’ll also find a small teahouse that sells snacks and Japanese sweets, so you can stop by and take a break after visiting the shrine. Tokyo Tower is also nearby, perfect to enjoy a great view of the capital’s endless cityscape.

Atago Shrine
Address: 1-5-3 Atago, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access: 5-min walk from Kamiyacho and Toranomon Hills stations (Hibiya Line;) 8-min walk from Onarimon Station (Mita Line)
Official website: http://www.atago-jinja.com/ (in Japanese only)

Yoyogi Hachiman-gu Shrine (Shusse Inari Shrine)

Shusse Inari Shrine is part of the precincts of Yoyogi Hachimangu Shrine in Shibuya, and one of the most famous sacred places in Tokyo. The shrine is believed to bring prosperity to business. To get the highest amount of blessings, pray at these shrines in order: pay your respects to the chief deity of Yoyogi Hachimangu Shrine first, then visit Haruna Shrine, Tenjin Shrine, Inari Shrine in that order, and finally pay respect at Shusse Inari Shrine. There are several shrines called Shusse Inari Shrine, but Yoyogi Hachimangu Shrine is the most popular.

Yoyogi Hachiman-gu Shrine (Shusse Inari Shrine)
Address: 5-1-1 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Access: 5-min walk from Yoyogi Hachiman Station (Odakyu Line) and Yoyogi Koen Station (Chiyoda Line)
Official website: http://www.yoyogihachimangu.or.jp (in Japanese only)

Hie Shrine

Hie Shrine, located in Chiyoda, is a significant and expansive shrine. Every June, it hosts the Sanno Festival, one of the three great festivals of Edo (former Tokyo.) The shrine grounds also feature the Homatsu-den, which preserves national treasures and important cultural properties associated with the Tokugawa Shogunate.

Hie Shrine
Address: 2-10-5 Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Access: 3-min walk from Akasaka Station (Chiyoda Line) and Tameike Sanno Station (Ginza, Namboku lines;) 5-min walk from Kokkai-gijido-mae Station (Chiyoda Line;) 8-min walk from Akasaka Mitsuke Station (Ginza, Marunouchi lines)
Official website: https://www.hiejinja.net (in Japanese only)

Shrines to pray for love and marriage

Tokyo is home to many shrines dedicated to the god of marriage. If you're interested, make sure to stop by these shrines between sightseeing to boost your luck in love.

Tokyo Daijingu Shrine

Tokyo Daijingu Shrine, located in Chiyoda Ward, is renowned for blessings in love and marriage. You can purchase colorful charms inspired by Japan's four seasons and kumade (a type of lucky charm) on the shrine grounds.

Tokyo Daijingu Shrine
Address: 2-4-1 Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Access: 5-min walk from Iidabashi Station (JR Chuo, Sobu lines; Tokyo Metro Yurakucho, Nanboku, Tozai lines; Toei Subway Oedo Line)
Official website: https://www.tokyodaijingu.or.jp/english/

Akasaka Hikawa Shrine

Akasaka Hikawa Shrine is a beautiful sanctuary surrounded by lush trees. Each month, the shrine holds the Enmusubi Mairi, a ceremony to pray to the god of marriage. Those who participate in the prayer receive an elegant comb and a traditional Japanese-style bag.

Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
Address: 6-10-12 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access: 8-min walk from Akasaka Station (Chiyoda Line;) 9-min walk from Roppongi Station (Hibiya, Oedo lines) 
Official website: https://www.akasakahikawa.or.jp (in Japanese only)

Shrines to pray for success in career and business prosperity

Many shrines dedicated to the god of business prosperity host festivals and events. It's a well-known tradition in Japan for many companies to visit a shrine on New Year's Day.

Kanda Myojin

Kanda Myojin in Chiyoda Ward enshrines the god of business prosperity. It hosts various events, including the Yume Kanae Sampai, a special program featuring seminars by priests and exclusive visits to the shrine. It is highly recommended for those seeking a higher-level job or entering a new stage in their life.

Kanda Myojin 
Address: 2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
Access: 5-min walk from Ochanomizu Station (Chuo, Sobu, Marunouchi lines) and Shin-Ochanomizu Station (Chiyoda Line;) 7-min walk from Akihabara Station (Keihin-Tohoku, Yamanote, Hibiya lines;) 5-min walk from Suehirocho Station (Ginza Line)
Official website: https://www.kandamyoujin.or.jp/what/

Asakusa Otori Shrine

Asakusa Otori Shrine in Taito Ward is renowned as the birthplace of the Tori no Ichi Festival. This festival is held to pray for good luck and business prosperity, as well as to ward off bad luck. You can also purchase unique charms exclusive to Asakusa Otori Shrine.

Asakusa Otori Shrine
Address: 3-18-7 Senzoku, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Access: 7-min walk from Iriya Station (Hibiya Line;) 8-min walk from Asakusa Station (Tsukuba Express)
Official website: https://otorisama.or.jp/english.html

Shrines to pray for success in academics

For students and working adults preparing for exams or tests, we recommend visiting the following shrines known for their blessings of success in exams.

Yushima Tenmangu Shrine

Yushima Tenmangu Shrine, also known as Yushima Tenjin, is located in Tokyo’s Bunkyo Ward. It enshrines Michizane Sugawara, a renowned Japanese scholar, and deity of academics. It's highly recommended for students and exam takers seeking blessings for success.

Yushima Tenmangu Shrine
Address: 3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
Access: 2-min walk from Yushima Station (Chiyoda Line;) 5-min walk from Ueno-hirokoji Station (Ginza Line;) 10-min walk from Hongo-Sanchome Station (Marunouchi Line;) 8-min from Okachimachi Station (Yamanote, Keihin-Tohoku lines;) 5-min walk from Ueno Okachimachi Station (Oedo Line)
Official website: http://www.yushimatenjin.or.jp (in Japanese only)

Kameido Tenjin Shrine

Kameido Tenjin Shrine in Edogawa Ward is a sight to behold, especially from the end of April when over 50 wisteria plants burst into bloom. During this time, the shrine hosts its Wisteria Festival to coincide with the peak season. Throughout the year, you can also enjoy other seasonal events, such as the Plum Blossom Festival in February and March, and the Reitaisai Festival in August, amidst the beautiful seasonal flowers adorning the shrine grounds.

Kameido Tenjin Shrine
Address: 3-6-1 Kameido, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Access: 12-min walk from Kinshicho Station (Sobu, Chuo-Sobu, Hanzomon lines;) 13-min walk from Kameido Station (Chuo-Sobu, Tobu Kameido lines)
Official website: http://kameidotenjin.or.jp/ (in Japanese only)

Shrines believed to bring good health

The desire for good health has remained unchanged since ancient times. Make sure to visit a shrine that offers blessings for health to rejuvenate yourself during your trip.

Shiba Daijingu Shrine

The historical Shiba Daijingu Shrine in Minato Ward enshrines Amaterasu Omikami, the god of the sun. It’s said to offer various divine blessings, including good health.

Shiba Daijingu Shrine
Address: 1-12-7 Shibadaimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Access: 5-min walk from Hamamatsucho Station (Yamanote, Keihin-Tohoku lines;) 1-min walk from Daimon Station (Asakusa, Oedo lines;) 5-min walk from Onarimon Station (Mita Line)
Official website: http://www.shibadaijingu.com (in Japanese only)

Gojoten Shrine

Gojoten Shrine is located in Ueno, close to the Ueno Zoo and the Shinobazu Pond, which are famous tourist attractions in Tokyo. The shrine hosts the "Medicine Festival" on the 10th of every month, providing an opportunity to pray to the god of healing.

Gojoten Shrine
Address: 4-17 Uenokoen, Taito-ku, Tokyo
Access: 3-min walk from Ueno Station; 3-min walk from Keisei-Ueno Station (Keisei Main Line)
Official website: http://www.tokyo-jinjacho.or.jp/taito/3045/ (in Japanese only)

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Enjoy shrine hopping with these budget-friendly transport passes

To save money while shrine hopping, consider one of these three transport tickets below.

Welcome Suica

Welcome Suica is a prepaid IC card that can be used to pay fares for trains, subways, and buses throughout Japan, as well as for shopping, and dining at restaurants. It includes a one-way ticket from Narita International Airport to central Tokyo, as well as an unlimited one-day pass for use on JR lines within the city’s 23 wards.

Buy your Welcome Suica in advance through WAmazing and pick it up at designated machines in Narita International Airport’s Terminals 1 and 2 on the day of your arrival.

Tokyo Subway Ticket

The Tokyo Subway Ticket allows unlimited rides on all Tokyo Metro and Toei Subway lines, covering access to multiple stations mentioned above. It’s available for one, two, or three days.

Tokyo Wide Pass

The JR Tokyo Wide Pass is exclusively designed for international visitors and foreign residents in Japan. It offers unlimited rides around Tokyo and the Kanto Region for three consecutive days on Japan Railways trains, including access to all of Tokyo’s JR stations.

Discover Tokyo’s best shrines

We've highlighted 11 shrines in Tokyo that offer blessings for success in work, love, business, academics, and health. Conveniently situated in central Tokyo, they're easily accessible with one of the three aforementioned budget-friendly travel passes. Plan a visit to one of these shrines based on your specific desires and wishes.

Explore more of Japan by using one of the many different transportation passes.

*The information in this article, such as prices and business hours, was accurate at the time of publication but is subject to change. Please refer to the official website(s) for the latest information.