Nogijinja Shrine
Nogijinja Shrine is a shrine located in Tokyo Minato City Akasaka. The main gods are Nogi Maresuke and Nogi Shizuko. On July 30, 1912, Emperor Meiji died, and on September 13 of the following year, Nogi Maresuke and Nogi Shizuko also passed away. At that time, many people went to mourn, and later when the funeral of Nogi Maresuke was held, the place was renamed Nogi. The then mayor of Tokyo, Yoshio Sakatani, took the lead in establishing a small shrine in Nogi Maresuke's residence to worship the two. In 1919, the establishment of Nogijinja Shrine was approved. After Meiji Jingu Shrine was completed, Nogijinja Shrine was built by Shintaro Oe. In 1945, Nogijinja Shrine was burnt down in the Tokyo bombing and rebuilt in 1962, designed by Hiroshi Oe, the son of Shintaro Oe. In 1968, Nogi Kaikan was built. In 1983, the shrine's social affairs office, treasure hall, ceremony hall and martial arts hall were completed. In addition, Noriko Senge's husband served as a priest here from 1996 to 2001. Since Nogijinja Shrine is not far from Roppongi (where TV Asahi is located) and Akasaka (where TBS television station is located), many artists often go to pray.
As soon as you walk into Nogijinja Shrine, you can see the tree-lined shrines, vermilion torii, and impressive traditional buildings. You can also see the streamlined high-rise buildings of Roppongi. After passing through torii, you will see a guide map of Nogijinja Shrine with a comic version of Nogi Maresuke. The shrine is divided into two areas: Nogijinja Shrine and General Nogi's Residence. Going forward, you will first encounter General Nogi's Residence. This is the former residence of Nogi Maresuke, the Japanese commander of the Russo-Japanese War. It is a rarely quiet place in Tokyo. Nogi Maresuke is a famous Japanese generals who made great achievements in the Russo-Japanese War. This house is where the Nogis lived from 1902 to 1912. The exterior of General Nogi's Residence is an old wooden house with a Western style inside.
Behind General Nogi's Residence is Nogijinja Shrine, where many new couples hold weddings. In spring, you can see many beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom. There is a statue of Nogi Maresuke in front of General Nogi's Residence. Although General Nogi's Residence is only open for free on September 12th and 13th (Noki Marriage Day), it is still possible to walk through the wooden walkway around the mansion on weekdays and see the house through the glass Furnishings. There is a horse hut that was rebuilt in Meiji 23 years. Nogi Maresuke's horse was raised here.
After leaving General Nogi's Residence from the original road, continue on to Nogijinja Shrine, next to Akasaka Oji Inari Jinja (Nogizaka). After crossing the second torii, go straight to the worship hall. The granting office where the royal seal and the affair are written is next to torii. The treasure hall next to the grant hall can be visited for free. Nogijinja Shrine is small but very unique, and can be used as a scenic spot for cherry blossom walks in the city. There are three cherry trees in the shrine. Two weeping cherry trees are located next to the outer torii. The other is located in Nogijinja Shrine. Although it sounds like a few trees, but just the weeping cherry tree next to the outermost torii is beautiful is enough for you to take many pictures. Nogijinja Shrine will also open a flea market for antique furniture, clothing and tableware on the fourth Sunday of every month, so be sure to come and visit.
Address: 8 Chome-11-27 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo
Transportation: You can take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line to Nogizaka Station Exit 1, and walk about 15 meters.
Admission and opening times: free, open daily early morning-18:00
Nogijinja Shrine is a shrine located in Tokyo Minato City Akasaka. The main gods are Nogi Maresuke and Nogi Shizuko. On July 30, 1912, Emperor Meiji died, and on September 13 of the following year, Nogi Maresuke and Nogi Shizuko also passed away. At that time, many people went to mourn, and later when the funeral of Nogi Maresuke was held, the place was renamed Nogi. The then mayor of Tokyo, Yoshio Sakatani, took the lead in establishing a small shrine in Nogi Maresuke's residence to worship the two. In 1919, the establishment of Nogijinja Shrine was approved. After Meiji Jingu Shrine was completed, Nogijinja Shrine was built by Shintaro Oe. In 1945, Nogijinja Shrine was burnt down in the Tokyo bombing and rebuilt in 1962, designed by Hiroshi Oe, the son of Shintaro Oe. In 1968, Nogi Kaikan was built. In 1983, the shrine's social affairs office, treasure hall, ceremony hall and martial arts hall were completed. In addition, Noriko Senge's husband served as a priest here from 1996 to 2001. Since Nogijinja Shrine is not far from Roppongi (where TV Asahi is located) and Akasaka (where TBS television station is located), many artists often go to pray.
As soon as you walk into Nogijinja Shrine, you can see the tree-lined shrines, vermilion torii, and impressive traditional buildings. You can also see the streamlined high-rise buildings of Roppongi. After passing through torii, you will see a guide map of Nogijinja Shrine with a comic version of Nogi Maresuke. The shrine is divided into two areas: Nogijinja Shrine and General Nogi's Residence. Going forward, you will first encounter General Nogi's Residence. This is the former residence of Nogi Maresuke, the Japanese commander of the Russo-Japanese War. It is a rarely quiet place in Tokyo. Nogi Maresuke is a famous Japanese generals who made great achievements in the Russo-Japanese War. This house is where the Nogis lived from 1902 to 1912. The exterior of General Nogi's Residence is an old wooden house with a Western style inside.
Behind General Nogi's Residence is Nogijinja Shrine, where many new couples hold weddings. In spring, you can see many beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom. There is a statue of Nogi Maresuke in front of General Nogi's Residence. Although General Nogi's Residence is only open for free on September 12th and 13th (Noki Marriage Day), it is still possible to walk through the wooden walkway around the mansion on weekdays and see the house through the glass Furnishings. There is a horse hut that was rebuilt in Meiji 23 years. Nogi Maresuke's horse was raised here.
After leaving General Nogi's Residence from the original road, continue on to Nogijinja Shrine, next to Akasaka Oji Inari Jinja (Nogizaka). After crossing the second torii, go straight to the worship hall. The granting office where the royal seal and the affair are written is next to torii. The treasure hall next to the grant hall can be visited for free. Nogijinja Shrine is small but very unique, and can be used as a scenic spot for cherry blossom walks in the city. There are three cherry trees in the shrine. Two weeping cherry trees are located next to the outer torii. The other is located in Nogijinja Shrine. Although it sounds like a few trees, but just the weeping cherry tree next to the outermost torii is beautiful is enough for you to take many pictures. Nogijinja Shrine will also open a flea market for antique furniture, clothing and tableware on the fourth Sunday of every month, so be sure to come and visit.
Address: 8 Chome-11-27 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo
Transportation: You can take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line to Nogizaka Station Exit 1, and walk about 15 meters.
Admission and opening times: free, open daily early morning-18:00
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Most Frequently Asked Questions
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How to get to Nogijinja Shrine by public transportation?Nogijinja Shrine's address is 8 Chome-11-27 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo. You can take the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line to Nogizaka Station Exit 1, and walk about 15 meters. Admission and opening times: free, open daily early morning-18:00.
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Does Nogijinja Shrine require admission tickets?Admission and opening times: free, open daily early morning to 6pm. You can receive the ritual of prayer -Gokigan- to fulfill the wishes for 7,000 yen. The address of Nogijinja Shrine is 8 Chome-11-27 Akasaka, Minato City, Tokyo.
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Does Nogijinja Shrine have cherry blossoms in spring?Nogijinja Shrine has beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom in spring. There are three cherry trees in the shrine. There are two weeping cherry trees that are located next to the outer torii. The other is located in Nogijinja Shrine.
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What is fun about Nogijinja Shrine?Nogijinja Shrine is lined with trees, vermillion torii, and impressive traditional buildings. Looking up, you can see the streamlined high-rise buildings of Roppongi. Nogijinja Shrine can also see beautiful cherry blossoms in full bloom in spring, and a flea market with antique furniture, clothing and tableware is also opened on the fourth Sunday of each month, which is very lively.
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