Kanda Shrine
神田神社
Tokyo shrine in Akihabara with origins about 1,270 years ago, revered by warriors and citizens in the Edo period and visited by shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu.
〒 101-0021How to get there
末広町Ginza Line6 min walk from the station
The origins of the shrine trace back 1,270 years, yet the present-day structure has undergone multiple reconstructions over the centuries, primarily due to fires and earthquakes. Located in Akihabara, Tokyo, Kanda Shrine held significant importance for both Japan's warrior class and its citizens, particularly during the Edo period. Even the shogun Tokugawa Ieyasu himself paid his respects at Kanda Shrine during this era.
What's on here
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| May 2027 | ||
| 13–15 May 2027Date to be confirmed | Kanda Festival | |
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