The Shiba Daijingu Shrine is located in Shiba Daimon, Minato-ku, a few hundred meters east of Shiba Park and Zojoji Temple, and has a history of more than 1000 years, founded in 1005 during the Heian period.
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It is also well known for its annual festival, Dara-Dara-Matsuri, also known as the Ginger Festival. The deities enshrined at the shrine are Amaterasu Omikami (Sun Goddess) and Toyoke Omikami (Great Goddess of Toyoke).
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The deity’s virtues include prayers for the information and telecommunications industry, construction safety, match-making, good fortune, family safety, prosperous business, and the repelling of evil spirits, all of which are unique to Minato Ward.
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The New Year’s Day Festival is held on the first day of the New Year, and on the 2nd and 3rd of each year, a New Year’s Yose (New Year’s performance) is held, where visitors can enjoy a good laugh on the first day of the New Year.
The temple is a one-minute walk from Daimon Station on the Toei Subway Line, and a one-minute walk from the North Exit of Hamamatsucho Station on the JR Line. It is also a 5-minute walk from the North Exit of JR Hamamatsucho Station.
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There are about 20 parking spaces available, but during the New Year’s holiday, it is best to use public transportation or pay parking nearby.
Park Name | Shiba Daijingu Shrine |
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Park Address | 1-12-7 Shiba-Daimon, Minato-ku, Tokyo |
Access (by train) |
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