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Located in Akasaka near Japan's National Diet, Hie Shrine protects the political center of Tokyo. Its famous stone stairway lined with red torii gates offers a striking contrast to the surrounding modern cityscape.

A 1,300-year-old shrine that uniquely blends deep tradition with modernity, acting as the spiritual guardian for the electronics mecca of Akihabara and Tokyo's business districts.

A remarkable shrine dedicated to the deified spirits of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken, who guided Japan through its rapid modernization. The shrine is a striking contrast to the hyper-modern city that surrounds it.

One of Tokyo's oldest shrines, Nezu Shrine is famous for its stunning display of azaleas in spring and its long corridor of vermilion torii gates, rivaling that of Kyoto's Fushimi Inari.

Located in Fuchu, the ancient capital of Musashi Province, this shrine combines the spirits of six major local shrines. It is famous for the mystifying 'Kurayami Matsuri'.

While technically a Buddhist temple, Senso-ji in Asakusa, with its adjacent Shinto shrine, embodies the syncretic soul of Japanese faith. It is Tokyo's most famous and beloved temple.

A Shinto shrine in Harajuku dedicated to Admiral Togo Heihachiro, the hero of the Russo-Japanese War. It is a popular spot for those seeking victory in competitions and exams.

Known affectionately as 'O-Ise-sama in Tokyo', this shrine allows people to worship the deities of Ise Jingu without traveling to Mie. It is incredibly popular for matchmaking (enmusubi).

Located in central Tokyo, Yasukuni Shrine is dedicated to the spirits of approximately 2.5 million men, women, and children who have died in service of Japan in conflicts since 1869.

Dedicated to the god of learning, this shrine is often buried under layers of wooden 'ema' plaques written by students praying for exam success. Its plum blossoms are legendary.