Rokugeishin: A Shrine to Tokyo's Entertainment Past

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

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Rokugeishin is a small shrine in Asakusa dedicated to six deities representing the arts, honoring Tokyo's entertainment history. These bronze statuettes, created in 1996, pay homage to the artists of the Taisho and early Showa eras, offering a glimpse into the area's vibrant past.

A brief summary to Rokugeishin

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

Monday 12 am-12 am
Tuesday 12 am-12 am
Wednesday 12 am-12 am
Thursday 12 am-12 am
Friday 12 am-12 am
Saturday 12 am-12 am
Sunday 12 am-12 am

Local tips

Visit Rokugeishin during the evening to experience the vibrant nightlife of the Rokku district.
Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Senso-ji Temple for a comprehensive cultural experience.
Look for the Don Quijote store across the street to easily locate the shrine.

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Getting There

Walking

From Senso-ji Temple, walk west along E-machi Street. Continue past the Nakamise-dori market and turn left onto Rokku Broadway. Rokugeishin will be on your right, across from the Don Quijote store. The walk is approximately 5-10 minutes and free of charge.
Public Transport

From Asakusa Station (various lines), exit towards Kaminarimon Gate and Senso-ji Temple. Walk west towards Rokku Broadway. The shrine is a short walk from the station, about 5-10 minutes. Subway fare from Tokyo Station to Asakusa Station is approximately ¥170-¥210. Bus fare is around ¥210.
Taxi

Taxis are readily available in Asakusa. From Asakusa Station, a short taxi ride to Rokugeishin will cost approximately ¥410 for the first 1,052 meters, and then ¥80 for every 237 meters after that. The ride should take only a few minutes, depending on traffic.

Discover more about Rokugeishin

In the bustling Asakusa district of Tokyo, Rokugeishin stands as a miniature shrine dedicated to the 'six gods of arts'. This unique monument, also known as Rokugeishin Innen, was created in 1996 to honor the entertainment history of Tokyo's bygone eras. Located in Rokku, Asakusa's historic Broadway, the shrine features bronze statuettes modeled after artists from the Taisho and early Showa periods. The Rokugeishin consists of six deities: 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). Rokku, where the shrine resides, was once a major entertainment district, hosting cabarets, theaters, and Japan's first cinema. Although its popularity declined in the late 1980s, Rokku has transformed into a shopping district that keeps its nightlife alive. Rokugeishin represents Tokyo's entertainment past, embodying the belief that divinity can be found in all things, especially those symbolizing artistic concepts. The shrine is a short walk from Senso-ji Temple, across from the Don Quijote store, making it an accessible and intriguing stop for those exploring Asakusa.

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