Experience Shinto rituals at Nakano’s Hikawa Shrine. Write your wishes on an ema, receive a blessing, and explore anime connections.
Experience Shinto rituals at Nakano’s Hikawa Shrine. Write your wishes on an ema, receive a blessing, and explore anime connections.
- Numabukuro Station - The meeting point is located in front of the south exit ticket gate. A guide holding a ‘KOIKOI JAPAN CULTURE TOUR’ sign will be present. Following the guide, you will proceed to the destination, Numabukuro Shrine.
- Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine - Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine is a serene and beautiful historic site situated in…
- Numabukuro Station - The meeting point is located in front of the south exit ticket gate. A guide holding a ‘KOIKOI JAPAN CULTURE TOUR’ sign will be present. Following the guide, you will proceed to the destination, Numabukuro Shrine.
- Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine - Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine is a serene and beautiful historic site situated in Nakano Ward. Within the shrine grounds, there is the ‘Three Wishes Pine,’ believed to grant three wishes when a votive tablet (ema) is tied to it. Visitors can engage in traditional Japanese rituals through a prayer experience inside the sanctuary, which is typically closed to the public. After the prayer, visitors will dedicate their ema and receive a guided tour of the grounds by the head priest. The shrine also features the Seven Lucky Gods, where prayers for encounters and prosperity can be offered. Additionally, participants will receive both a protective charm (omamori) and a sacred ofuda as souvenirs. Recently, it has become popular among anime fans due to its appearances in shows like ‘Demon Slayer’ and ‘Tokyo Revengers.’ This unique experience combines traditional culture with pop culture, providing a distinctive atmosphere in the heart of the city.
- Numabukuro Station - You will be escorted from the shrine back to the station.
- Guide for 1 hour
- Offering fee (prayer fee)
- Protective charm (omamori)
- Ema (votive tablet)
- Ofuda (shrine talisman)
- Guide for 1 hour
- Offering fee (prayer fee)
- Protective charm (omamori)
- Ema (votive tablet)
- Ofuda (shrine talisman)
- meals and drinks
- meals and drinks
Nakano’s Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine is a serene and historic location. It houses the “Three Wishes Pine,” where tying an ema (wooden prayer plaque) is believed to fulfill three wishes. The tour provides a rare chance to partake in a traditional Shinto ritual within the shrine’s main hall, usually not open to the public. After receiving a blessing,…
Nakano’s Numabukuro Hikawa Shrine is a serene and historic location. It houses the “Three Wishes Pine,” where tying an ema (wooden prayer plaque) is believed to fulfill three wishes. The tour provides a rare chance to partake in a traditional Shinto ritual within the shrine’s main hall, usually not open to the public. After receiving a blessing, participants can write and dedicate their ema. The shrine also showcases the Seven Lucky Gods and has gained popularity among anime enthusiasts, featuring in series like Demon Slayer and Tokyo Revengers. The tour includes a prayer ritual, an ema dedication, and omamori (protective amulet) as keepsakes, offering a rich mix of Japanese tradition and pop culture.
Religious Considerations:
While the tour includes Shinto rituals, participation in religious activities is optional. Visitors of various faiths can observe the rituals without full participation. Respect for the shrine’s practices and customs is appreciated.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
