Azabu Hikawa Shrine: A Vermilion Oasis in Motoazabu
Discover Tokyo's Azabu Hikawa Shrine: A serene Shinto sanctuary blending history, culture, and Sailor Moon magic in the heart of Motoazabu.
Azabu Hikawa Shrine, nestled in Tokyo's Motoazabu district, offers a serene escape with its vibrant vermilion architecture and rich history. Revered by locals and drawing international visitors as a Sailor Moon pilgrimage site, this Shinto shrine provides a unique blend of cultural significance and pop-culture appeal.
A brief summary to Azabu Hikawa Shrine
- 1 Chome-4-23 Motoazabu, Minato City, 1 Chome Motoazabu, Tokyo, 106-0046, JP
- +813-3446-8796
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the annual Azabu Hikawa Festival in September to witness the Grand Azabu Hikawa Mikoshi.
- Draw an omikuji (paper fortune slip) for 100 JPY, available in both Japanese and English.
- Look for the ema (votive tablets) featuring a crescent moon, a symbol from the Sailor Moon series.
- Take a 9-minute walk from Azabu-juban Station to see the Sailor Moon themed manhole covers near Exit 4.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Azabu-juban Station (Namboku Line or Toei Oedo Line), take a 9-minute walk from Exit 4. Alternatively, a 12-minute walk from Hiroo Station (Hibiya Line) will bring you to the shrine. Minato City's Chii-Bus also provides access, with a fare of 100 JPY per ride or 500 JPY for a day pass. Consider the Chii-Bus if walking up the steep Sendai-zaka slope. IC cards like Suica and PASMO are accepted on trains and buses.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Minato City. From Roppongi Hills, a taxi ride to Azabu Hikawa Shrine is approximately 3184 JPY and takes around 15 minutes. Taxi fares in Tokyo start at 730 JPY for the first 2 km, with additional charges based on distance and time. Note that fares may increase during nighttime hours. Consider using the Japan Taxi app to summon a taxi.
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Walking
From Azabu-juban Station, follow the signs towards Azabu Hikawa Shrine. The walk is approximately 9 minutes. For Sailor Moon fans, walking from Azabu-juban Station via Exit 4 offers the chance to see Sailor Moon themed manhole covers. Be prepared for a slight uphill walk as the shrine is located atop Sendai Hill.
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