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Shrines & Temples · Kanda

Kanda Myojin

神田明神

Kanda Myojin offers a shrine visit near Tokyo's central neighbourhoods. Approach it as a living place of worship, with current public access checked separately from special ceremonies or events.

Take a look inside
Original gouache illustration of Kanda Myojin; an interpretive impression, not a navigation map.
An illustrated impression; not a navigation map.

Before you go

Find it
2-16-2 Sotokanda, Chiyoda City, Tokyo
Visiting hours
The shrine’s official LINE profile lists 24-hour access; reception, museum and event hours are separate. Check shrine notices for restrictions.Check the current official calendar and entry or booking conditions before travelling.
Admission & costs
Shrine grounds free; museum, prayers and purchases charged separately.

Hours and admission may change. Check the official site before setting out.

Getting there

  • OchanomizuHijiribashi ExitJR Chuo / Sobu lines
    5 min walk

A little time. A closer look.

Kanda Myojin offers a shrine visit near Tokyo's central neighbourhoods. Approach it as a living place of worship, with current public access checked separately from special ceremonies or events.

Something to notice

Look at how people use the approach and courtyard. Notice one architectural detail without interrupting a ritual.

A little consideration

Keep worship routes clear and follow photography restrictions. Do not assume a ceremony or festival will occur during an ordinary visit.

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