Located in the heart of Tokyo, Nukui Shrine is a historic Shinto shrine dedicated to the enshrined kami of water and fishing. The shrine's architecture reflects the Edo period style, with a traditional vermilion torii gate and a wooden main hall. Visitors can explore the shrine's peaceful gardens, which feature a serene pond and a statue of the god of rice, who is also revered as the patron deity of fishermen.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Kamigakushi
- Kami enshrined
- Kamigakushi, Okami no Kamikaze
- Coordinates
- 35.6984787, 139.4937277
Visitor tip
To experience the best views of the shrine's gardens, visit at dawn or dusk when the sun casts a warm glow on the pond and surrounding trees.
Cultural notes
As a water-based shrine, Nukui Shrine is also associated with the mythology of the Japanese god of water, Kamikaze no Okami, who was said to have appeared in the form of a giant wave during a storm. Visitors can attend the annual Obon festival, which honors the spirits of fishermen and those who have passed away at sea.
Historical note
The shrine was founded in the Edo period (1603-1868), during the rule of Tokugawa Ieyasu.