Shrine

Omiya Hachimangu Shrine

Suginami, Tokyo

The vermilion torii at the entrance of Omiya Hachimangu Shrine in Suginami, with trees behind
Photo: Kakidai / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Omiya Hachimangu is Suginami's big local shrine, set in a wooded precinct right beside Wadabori Park. It calls itself the navel of Tokyo, and families come to pray for a safe birth and for their children's health. Daniel and his wife had their Shinto wedding here.

Nearest station Nishi-Eifuku (Keio Inokashira)
Cost Free
Time needed 45 minutes
Best time Mornings, or festival days in May and September
FreeWith kids

Insider tip

Walk 7 minutes from Nishi-Eifuku on the Keio Inokashira Line, then carry on into Wadabori Park. The shrine throws beans at Setsubun on 3 February, holds a spring festival on 3 to 5 May and its autumn grand festival in mid-September, and puts on a chrysanthemum show from late October to late November.

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Smaller local events at and near Omiya Hachimangu Shrine

  • Suginami Omiya Chrysanthemum Show Garden

    31 Oct to 23 Nov · Omiya Hachimangu Shrine, Suginami

    A chrysanthemum show in the grounds of Omiya Hachimangu Shrine in Suginami.

    Map · Source: Omiya Hachimangu · 杉並大宮菊花展

  • Hikime archery rite at Omiya Hachimangu Festival

    Sat 2 Jan · Omiya Hachimangu Shrine, Suginami

    Archers of the Ogasawara school perform the hikime rite and shoot at a large target in the shrine grounds.

    Free · 10:00 · Map · Source: Omiya Hachimangu · 小笠原流 蟇目の儀・大的式

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Good to know

How do I get to Omiya Hachimangu Shrine?
The nearest station is Nishi-Eifuku (Keio Inokashira). Omiya Hachimangu Shrine is in Suginami, Tokyo.
How much does Omiya Hachimangu Shrine cost?
Nothing. Omiya Hachimangu Shrine is free to visit.
How long do you need at Omiya Hachimangu Shrine?
Plan for 45 minutes.
When is the best time to visit Omiya Hachimangu Shrine?
Mornings, or festival days in May and September.

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