Suitengu Shrine, Tajima Travel Guide
A serene Tokyo shrine devoted to prayers for safe childbirth, healthy children, and family well-being, blending tradition with modern design.
Suitengu Shrine, located in Tokyo's Chuo City, is a Shinto shrine renowned for its dedication to safe childbirth and the well-being of children. With a history stretching back to 1818, it offers a serene escape in the heart of the city, drawing visitors who seek blessings for new life and family health.
A brief summary to Suitengu Shrine
- 2 Chome-4-1 Nihonbashikakigaracho, Chuo City, 2 Chome Nihonbashikakigaracho, Tokyo, 103-0014, JP
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- Monday 7 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 7 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 7 am-6 pm
- Thursday 7 am-6 pm
- Friday 7 am-6 pm
- Saturday 7 am-6 pm
- Sunday 7 am-6 pm
Know before you go
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- Visit on Inu-no-hi (Day of the Dog) for special blessings, but be prepared for larger crowds.
- Stroke your zodiac sign on the Kodakara Inu statue for blessings of safe childbirth and good health.
- Attend the Hojo Benzaiten ceremony on the 5th of each month or the Day of the Snake to view the deity's statue.
- Explore the nearby Amazake Yokocho shopping street for a taste of Edo-era Tokyo.
- Consider purchasing a Misuzu Obi, a special belly band with the Suitengu seal, as a safe delivery charm.
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Getting There
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Public Transport
Suitengu Shrine is easily accessible via public transport. Take the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line to Suitengumae Station and use Exit 5, which is a 1-minute walk to the shrine. Alternatively, take the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line or Toei Asakusa Line to Ningyocho Station, from which the shrine is a 6-8 minute walk. A single subway fare in Tokyo typically costs between ¥170 and ¥320 depending on the distance traveled [https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2018.html]. Consider purchasing a Tokyo Subway Ticket for unlimited travel if you plan to use the subway extensively.
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Walking
From Ningyocho Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line or Toei Asakusa Line), Suitengu Shrine is approximately a 6-8 minute walk. Exit the station and walk north towards Suitengu-dori Street. Continue straight, and you will find the shrine on your left. There are no costs associated with walking.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Tokyo. From Tokyo Station, a taxi ride to Suitengu Shrine will take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. The initial fare for a taxi in Tokyo is ¥500 for the first kilometer, with additional charges of ¥100 for every 237 meters [https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2018.html]. A typical taxi fare from Tokyo Station to Suitengu Shrine would be around ¥1,500 - ¥2,000.
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Parking
Suitengu Shrine has a parking lot with 40 spaces available. However, parking can be limited, especially on weekends and holidays. Parking fees are typically around ¥450 per 30 minutes. Several other paid parking lots are available in the vicinity if the shrine's parking is full.
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