Nishiyama-Edo Shrine, also known as Nisei-Edo Shrine or Nishiuma Shrine, is a Shinto shrine located in the Setagaya ward of Tokyo. Dedicated to the kami Hōrai and Inari Ōno-miya, it was originally built in 1713 but has undergone significant changes over time, including the construction of the current main hall in 1737. The shrine's architecture reflects the Edo period style, featuring a large torii gate and a traditional-style main hall with a tiled roof.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Hōrai
- Kami enshrined
- Inari Ōno-miya, Hōrai
- Coordinates
- 35.544439, 139.4365529
Visitor tip
To avoid long lines, consider visiting early in the morning or later in the evening.
Cultural notes
Nishiyama-Edo Shrine is closely associated with the mythology of Hōrai, a kami believed to protect travelers and traders. The shrine also celebrates the annual 'Futsu no Ha' festival, which honors Inari Ōno-miya's role as patron deity of the local rice farmers.
Historical note
The shrine was rebuilt after the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923.