Rokugeishin, Iki Travel Guide

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A miniature shrine in Asakusa honoring the six gods of arts, representing Tokyo's historic entertainment district, Rokku Broadway.

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Rokugeishin is a miniature shrine in Asakusa, Tokyo, dedicated to six "gods" representing various performing arts. These bronze statuettes honor the entertainment history of the area, once a vibrant theater district.

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2 Chome-6 Asakusa, Taito City, 2 Chome Asakusa, Tokyo, 111-0032, JP

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Visit Rokugeishin during the day to fully appreciate the details of the bronze statuettes.
Combine your visit with a trip to Senso-ji Temple and Nakamise-dori for a complete Asakusa experience.
Explore Rokku Broadway to get a sense of the area's historical entertainment district.

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Getting There

Walking

Rokugeishin is located a few minutes' walk from Senso-ji Temple. From the temple's main hall, head west towards Rokku Broadway. The shrine is on a corner across the street from the Don Quijote store. No costs are associated with this approach.
Public Transport

From Asakusa Station (various lines), exit and walk towards Senso-ji Temple. Pass through Kaminarimon Gate and continue along Nakamise-dori. Turn left before reaching the main temple hall to reach Rokku Broadway. The shrine is a short walk from there. Subway fares from Tokyo to Asakusa range from ¥170-¥210.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Asakusa. From most points within Asakusa, a taxi ride to Rokugeishin will be short and relatively inexpensive. A 5km taxi ride in Asakusa costs about 2620 JPY. Be sure to specify the location as near Senso-ji Temple and Rokku Broadway.

Discover more about Rokugeishin

Tucked away in a busy corner of Asakusa, Tokyo, Rokugeishin is a unique mini-shrine that pays homage to the area's rich entertainment history. Asakusa's Rokku district was once a major entertainment hub, filled with theaters, cabarets, and comedy venues. Rokugeishin, created in 1996, commemorates this bygone era with six bronze statuettes representing different performing arts.The "six gods of arts" include Utai-gami (singing god), Kanade-gami (music-playing god), Hanashi-gami (talking god), Odoke-gami (clowning god), Enji-gami (acting god), and Odori-gami (dancing god). These figures are modeled after artists from the Taisho and early Showa eras, though with some creative liberties. The shrine serves as a reminder of Asakusa's vibrant past and its contribution to Japanese entertainment.Rokugeishin Innen is located in Rokku Broadway, a shopping street that has transformed from the sixth district of Asakusa. It is near Senso-ji Temple and across the street from the Don Quijote store.