Located in the Minato Mirai 21 district of Yokohama, the 23-ichome Shrine is a Shinto shrine dedicated to the god of wisdom and learning, Benzaiten. The shrine's architecture reflects its connection to the sea, with traditional wooden buildings surrounded by a tranquil garden. Visitors can walk through the peaceful grounds, admiring the beautiful autumn foliage and taking in the views of Tokyo Bay.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Benzaiten
- Kami enshrined
- Benzaiten
- Coordinates
- 35.4574512, 139.2765395
Visitor tip
To fully appreciate the shrine's tranquil atmosphere, try to visit early in the morning or late in the evening when the sunlight casts a warm glow over the garden.
Historical note
The shrine was originally built in 1998 as part of the Minato Mirai 21 development project.