Hie Shrine (Hie Jinja)
The guardian shrine of Tokyo's political heart, ascending from skyscrapers to spiritual sanctuary.
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.
神社歷史緣起
Hie Shrine has a history spanning over 500 years. Originally located within the grounds of Edo Castle, it served as the guardian deity ('chinju') of the Tokugawa shogunate's seat of power. When the castle expanded, the shrine was relocated to its current prominent location in 1659, but its role as protector of the seat of government continued.
Even today, it watches over the National Diet Building, the Prime Minister's residence, and the major business districts of Akasaka and Kasumigaseki, making it a powerful shrine for those working in politics, government, and corporate leadership.
御祭神
境內看點
The most impressive feature is the stone staircase ascending the hill, flanked by a tunnel of red torii gates. This provides a beautiful and photogenic entrance that feels like a transition from the secular world of politics to a sacred space.
The shrine grounds also feature many monkey statues. The monkey is the divine messenger of the kami enshrined here. Touching the mother-and-child monkey statue is believed to bring blessings for safe childbirth and happy family life.
重大祭典
The 'Sanno Matsuri' is one of the three great festivals of Tokyo, held in mid-June. In alternating years, a grand procession of hundreds of participants in Heian-era costumes parades through central Tokyo, even passing in front of the Imperial Palace. It is a spectacular display of tradition in the heart of the modern city.
護持贊助 Hie Shrine (Hie Jinja)
您的參與將成為這座神聖殿堂傳承世代的重要力量。數位賽錢將全數運用於全日本各神社的文化保存與修繕維護。
奉納賽錢，代表您融入了全球崇敬日本精神傳統的社群，攜手守護數百年來代代相傳的珍貴文化遺產。