I record what I felt and researched about temples and shrines and goshuin after visiting them.
Check the official information about the differences between Sakura Jingu's monthly rotation goshuin, goshuin handwritten directly in your book and pre-written goshuin on a separate sheet, and the distribution conditions of goshuin book. We will also introduce access and maps from Sakurashinmachi Station.
Koiwa Shrine's former goshuin/precinct photos and access from Koiwa Station according to official information. We have summarized the points that need to be confirmed in advance at the goshuin reception and a map.
Goshuin at Katsushika Hachimangu are generally available from 9:00 to 16:00. The three designs listed on its official website each require an offering of ¥500. Find official information on handwritten goshuin, parking and access.
Imado Shrine in Taito, Tokyo, is known for matchmaking and beckoning cats. Earlier goshuin and grounds photographs are presented alongside the official separate-sheet goshuin policy and current visiting information.
Michinobe Hachimangu is near Kamagaya Station. See goshuin and shrine photographs from an earlier visit, alongside official access information. Prayer-service hours are clearly distinguished from any confirmed goshuin hours.
Shoin Shrine in Setagaya, Tokyo, enshrines Yoshida Shoin. Earlier goshuin photographs are accompanied by official access information and advice on checking office closures. This guide concerns Setagaya, rather than the shrine of the same name in Hagi.
Kitano Shrine in Arai, Nakano, is affectionately known as Arai Tenjin. Its earlier goshuin features a plum seal associated with Sugawara no Michizane and the inscription “Arai Tenjin Kitano Shrine.” Neighbouring Arai Yakushi Baishoin is a separate temple, so check the two sites' goshuin arrangements independently.
Takagi Shrine in Oshiage, Sumida, is known for rice-ball motifs and monthly goshuin. Alongside photographs from an earlier visit, this guide summarises the official November 2026 dates, offerings and inscription conditions. Limited designs apply only to the periods stated.
Matsushima Shrine stands among the buildings of Nihonbashi Ningyocho and enshrines Daikokujin as part of the Seven Lucky Gods route. Earlier goshuin show both its shrine name and the deity; this guide distinguishes regular inscriptions from Seven Lucky Gods offerings.
Tomioka Hachimangu, popularly known as Hachiman-sama of Fukagawa. I have left the goshuin that I received previously and a photo of the temple grounds, and added official traffic information and parking precautions due to construction. This is a guide for those visiting the shrine in Tomioka, Koto Ward, not to be confused with Hachimangu Shrine of the same name in Kanagawa Prefecture.
Oshiage Tobiki Inari Shrine is a shrine that conveys history along with the sacred ginkgo tree. We introduced the goshuin and photos of the shrine grounds that we received from previous visits, and organized access and where to check based on guidance from the Tokyo Association of Shinto Shrines. It is a different shrine from the nearby Takagi Shrine.
Known locally as Sanja-sama, Asakusa Shrine stands beside Sensoji Temple. Its goshuin counter is separate from Sensoji's at Yogodo Hall. Earlier goshuin photographs are accompanied by official information on the three regular designs, offerings and goshuin books.
Nihonbashi Seven Lucky Gods is a visit to seven shrines in Ningyocho, Hamacho, etc. The information of 8 shrines in the old article has been changed to 7 shrines that are currently officially introduced. In addition, it has been announced that the method of collecting colored paper stamps and statues by visiting various shrines will not be carried out during the Reiwa 8 (2026) New Year.
This account features Samukawa Shrine in Samukawa-cho, Chuo-ku, Chiba City, rather than the similarly named shrine in Kanagawa. An earlier goshuin is shown alongside the current official information on available designs and points to confirm before visiting.
Kasama Inari Shrine, Tokyo Branch is located in Hamacho, Nihonbashi, and is also popularly known as Monzaburo Inari. The location is different from the main shrine in Kasama City, Ibaraki Prefecture. Along with photos of the previous goshuin and the grounds, we will introduce access and visiting Jurojin from the official guide of Tokyo branch.
Nihonbashi Hie Shrine stands among Kayabacho's office buildings. Its official goshuin hours are 8:00–16:00. Earlier goshuin and grounds photographs are accompanied by information on its books and directions from nearby stations.
At Suitengu Shrine in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, we are guiding goshuin and goshuin book at the shrine. The goshuin and precinct photos in this article are records from my 2014 temporary shrine visit. The current place of worship is Suitengu Shrine in Kakigara Town, so please take a look at the photo and location separately.
Suehiro Shrine is one of the Nihonbashi Seven Lucky Gods shrines located in Nihonbashi Ningyocho. The previous goshuin has Bishamonten written in large ink. The shrine name is the official notation "Suehiro Shrine", and we have summarized the things to check before requesting goshuin.
Koami Shrine is a shrine located in the city of Nihonbashi Koamicho. The goshuin posted is from the time of worship in 2014. We have summarized the awarding times and directions from the station, which can be confirmed in the current official guide, separated by past photos.
Funabashi Daijingu, officially Ohi Shrine, stands in Miyamoto, Funabashi. Official directions now accompany the earlier goshuin photographs and visit account. It is within easy walking distance of Keisei Daijingushita Station.
Suwa Shrine in Nagareyama, affectionately known as “Osuwasama of Komaki”. The official FAQ states that goshuin will be awarded from 9:00 to 16:00, and goshuin written on paper will be awarded after 15:00. Along with past goshuin photos, we have compiled information to help you avoid making mistakes about the counter times.
Each of the five shrines in Togakushi Shrine has a different goshuin. This page introduces the visit accounts of Hokosha Shrine and Hinomikosha Shrine, focusing on Chusha Shrine. Hinomikosha Shrine and goshuin will be requested at the Chusha Shrine or Hokosha Shrine conferring office, so please plan the worship location and the reception location separately.
Togakushi's Okusha and Kuzuryusha stand at the end of a walking approach. Visit each before requesting their goshuin at Okusha's counter. Earlier photographs of the cedar avenue and goshuin are accompanied by guidance allowing time for both the walk and the counter.
Kemigawa Shrine in Chiba's Hanamigawa Ward is known for protection from misfortune in all directions. Alongside an earlier goshuin, this guide explains how to check monthly and festival designs. Confirm the official notice for the month you plan to visit, as designs and dates change.
This article features Aoi Shrine in Jindaiji Motomachi, Chofu. Its earlier goshuin bears the stamp “Bushu Chofu.” Discover its tradition of water-deity worship and the large zelkova beside the torii gate, together with practical visiting information.
Ninomiya Shrine in Miyama, Funabashi, is known for the Shimousa Sanzan Seven-Year Festival. A verified goshuin photograph is still awaited; the text and grounds photograph are available first. This guide covers the official regular goshuin, books and how to check daily service information.
Katori Jingu is the Ichinomiya shrine of Shimousa Province, located in Katori City, Chiba Prefecture. Not only goshuin of the shrine building, but also goshuin related to the inner shrine and keystone are introduced. I checked the current reception and traffic while following photos of past visits to the shrine.
Chiba Shrine in Chiba City's Chuo Ward is dedicated to Myoken. The official goshuin hours are 9:00–17:00, with an offering of ¥500. Direct inscriptions are suspended during certain periods, so check the schedule on the official goshuin page before visiting.
Maehara Mitake Shrine in Funabashi offers regular and monthly goshuin. Self-stamping during a priest's absence, described in the older article, was an experience at that time. This guide uses the current official policy for hours and unattended days.
