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Shōin Shrine — Attraction in Tokyo

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Shōin Shrine
Description
Shōin Shrine, located in Setagaya, Tokyo, is the Shinto shrine that is dedicated to the deified spirit of Yoshida Shōin, an activist during the Edo era.
Nearby attractions
Wakabayashi Park
4 Chome-34-2 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
Kokushikan University
4 Chome-28-1 Setagaya, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-8515, Japan
Setagaya Kuritsu Wakabayashimomiji Park
4 Chome-29-13 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
Setagaya Train View Park
4 Chome-13-20 Setagaya, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0017, Japan
Gotokuji Temple
2 Chome-24-7 Gotokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan
Setagaya Donguri Hiroba Park
4 Chome-25-7 Setagaya, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0017, Japan
Setagaya Yonchome Park
4 Chome-2-15 Setagaya, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0017, Japan
Setagaya Kuritsu Gotokuji Inarishitabashi Park
2 Chome-9-1 Gotokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan
Setagaya Castle Site Park
2 Chome-14-1 Gotokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan
Site of Setagaya Castle
2 Chome-14 Gotokuji, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0021, Japan
Nearby restaurants
Bistro Cycle
4 Chome-27-12 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
蕎麦ダイニング 尚禅
4 Chome-20-12 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
Royal Host Wakabayashi
5 Chome-32-22 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
Matsunami
3 Chome-19-7 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
Grand Arbre
Japan, 〒154-0023 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Wakabayashi, 4 Chome−21−3 松陰神社前レジデンス 1F
Rengeshokudo Toshu Shoinjinjamaeten
3 Chome-18-5 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
Ariku
Japan, 〒154-0017 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Setagaya, 4 Chome−20−3 飯塚アパート
中華立波/Chinese restaurant Tachinami
Japan, 〒154-0023 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Wakabayashi, 3 Chome−17−5 1階
TIKA Shōin-jinja
Japan, 〒154-0023 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Wakabayashi, 4 Chome−20−7 タイガープラザ B1
ALOHA BABY
4 Chome-1-12 Setagaya, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0017, Japan
Nearby hotels
わびさびホステル Wabi Sabi Hostel
5 Chome-12-3 Taishido, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0004, Japan
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Shōin Shrine

4 Chome-35-1 Wakabayashi, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0023, Japan
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Shōin Shrine, located in Setagaya, Tokyo, is the Shinto shrine that is dedicated to the deified spirit of Yoshida Shōin, an activist during the Edo era.

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attractions: Wakabayashi Park, Kokushikan University, Setagaya Kuritsu Wakabayashimomiji Park, Setagaya Train View Park, Gotokuji Temple, Setagaya Donguri Hiroba Park, Setagaya Yonchome Park, Setagaya Kuritsu Gotokuji Inarishitabashi Park, Setagaya Castle Site Park, Site of Setagaya Castle, restaurants: Bistro Cycle, 蕎麦ダイニング 尚禅, Royal Host Wakabayashi, Matsunami, Grand Arbre, Rengeshokudo Toshu Shoinjinjamaeten, Ariku, 中華立波/Chinese restaurant Tachinami, TIKA Shōin-jinja, ALOHA BABY
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+81 3-3421-4834
Website
shoinjinja.org
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Nearby attractions of Shōin Shrine

Wakabayashi Park

Kokushikan University

Setagaya Kuritsu Wakabayashimomiji Park

Setagaya Train View Park

Gotokuji Temple

Setagaya Donguri Hiroba Park

Setagaya Yonchome Park

Setagaya Kuritsu Gotokuji Inarishitabashi Park

Setagaya Castle Site Park

Site of Setagaya Castle

Wakabayashi Park

Wakabayashi Park

3.9

(197)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Kokushikan University

Kokushikan University

3.7

(125)

Open 24 hours
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Setagaya Kuritsu Wakabayashimomiji Park

Setagaya Kuritsu Wakabayashimomiji Park

3.8

(14)

Open until 12:00 AM
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Setagaya Train View Park

Setagaya Train View Park

3.9

(15)

Open 24 hours
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Nearby restaurants of Shōin Shrine

Bistro Cycle

蕎麦ダイニング 尚禅

Royal Host Wakabayashi

Matsunami

Grand Arbre

Rengeshokudo Toshu Shoinjinjamaeten

Ariku

中華立波/Chinese restaurant Tachinami

TIKA Shōin-jinja

ALOHA BABY

Bistro Cycle

Bistro Cycle

4.3

(93)

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蕎麦ダイニング 尚禅

蕎麦ダイニング 尚禅

3.4

(95)

$$

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Royal Host Wakabayashi

Royal Host Wakabayashi

3.8

(409)

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Matsunami

Matsunami

3.9

(181)

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Shōin Shrine was an insightful journey into Japan's history. Located in the Meguro district, this shrine is dedicated to Yoshida Shōin, a key figure in the Meiji Restoration, known for his teachings and influence in shaping modern Japan. The shrine itself is peaceful and beautifully maintained, with traditional Shinto architecture and a tranquil atmosphere. Walking around the grounds, I could sense the significance of the site, especially knowing it honors someone who played such a pivotal role in Japan’s transition into the modern era. The surroundings, filled with lush greenery and quiet pathways, added to the serenity of the experience. As an Indian, it was fascinating to learn about Shōin's legacy and his impact on Japan’s path to modernization. It was a moment of cultural exchange, allowing me to appreciate not only the shrine but also the rich history it represents. I would highly recommend visiting Shōin Shrine to anyone interested in Japan’s history, especially for those wanting to explore beyond the more well-known landmarks.
Jodie AberdeenJodie Aberdeen
Hatsumode - first visit in the new year so busy but great atmosphere. The shrine is definitely worth visiting and is bigger than it first appears. You can pray at the shrine, but lucky charms, fortunes etc. It's not so big that it becomes overly crowded and there is free parking for bikes. There is some old fire fighting equipment and the cemetery is very peaceful.
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Shōin Shrine was an insightful journey into Japan's history. Located in the Meguro district, this shrine is dedicated to Yoshida Shōin, a key figure in the Meiji Restoration, known for his teachings and influence in shaping modern Japan. The shrine itself is peaceful and beautifully maintained, with traditional Shinto architecture and a tranquil atmosphere. Walking around the grounds, I could sense the significance of the site, especially knowing it honors someone who played such a pivotal role in Japan’s transition into the modern era. The surroundings, filled with lush greenery and quiet pathways, added to the serenity of the experience. As an Indian, it was fascinating to learn about Shōin's legacy and his impact on Japan’s path to modernization. It was a moment of cultural exchange, allowing me to appreciate not only the shrine but also the rich history it represents. I would highly recommend visiting Shōin Shrine to anyone interested in Japan’s history, especially for those wanting to explore beyond the more well-known landmarks.
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Hatsumode - first visit in the new year so busy but great atmosphere. The shrine is definitely worth visiting and is bigger than it first appears. You can pray at the shrine, but lucky charms, fortunes etc. It's not so big that it becomes overly crowded and there is free parking for bikes. There is some old fire fighting equipment and the cemetery is very peaceful.
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Shōin Shrine was an insightful journey into Japan's history. Located in the Meguro district, this shrine is dedicated to Yoshida Shōin, a key figure in the Meiji Restoration, known for his teachings and influence in shaping modern Japan.

The shrine itself is peaceful and beautifully maintained, with traditional Shinto architecture and a tranquil atmosphere. Walking around the grounds, I could sense the significance of the site, especially knowing it honors someone who played such a pivotal role in Japan’s transition into the modern era. The surroundings, filled with lush greenery and quiet pathways, added to the serenity of the experience.

As an Indian, it was fascinating to learn about Shōin's legacy and his impact on Japan’s path to modernization. It was a moment of cultural exchange, allowing me to appreciate not only the shrine but also the rich history it represents. I would highly recommend visiting Shōin Shrine to anyone interested in Japan’s history, especially for those wanting to explore beyond the more...

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東京都世田谷区に鎮座する松陰神社へお参りさせていただきました。私は元々幕末の志士、特に吉田松陰先生の生き様を尊敬しており、以前からこの世田谷の地にある先生のお墓と、多くの明治維新の立役者を輩出した松下村塾の模造を拝見したいと強く願っておりました。

アクセスは東急世田谷線の松陰神社前駅から商店街を抜けて、徒歩で数分といったところで、その道のりもまた独特の魅力がございます。周辺は下町のような活気と、若者が好みそうなカフェなどが混在しており、賑やかな雰囲気なのですが、一歩、黒く立派な鳥居をくぐり境内に入りますと、まるで別の空間へと迷い込んだかのような静謐な空気感に包まれました。都会の喧騒が嘘のように遠ざかり、清々しく荘厳な雰囲気に、自然と背筋が伸びる思いがいたしました。

境内は隅々まで綺麗に掃き清められており、細部に至るまで整備が行き届いていることに、この神社が多くの人々に大切に守られていることを感じました。私はまず立派な社殿にてお参りをさせていただきました。松陰先生、吉田寅次郎藤原矩方命が御祭神として祀られているという事実に、心が熱くなるのを感じます。

お参りを終え、いよいよ境内の奥へと進みました。歴史好きにとって最も胸アツなスポットの一つが、社殿のすぐ左手にあります。そこには、先生が安政の大獄で刑死された後、高杉晋作や伊藤博文といった門下生たちの尽力により、小塚原から改葬された吉田松陰先生の墓所がございます。二十代というあまりにも短い生涯で、志半ばにて安政の大獄で無念の死を遂げられた先生の至誠の心を想いますと、墓前では自然と目頭が熱くなりました。先生が「神様」として祀られている一方で、志を貫き倒れていった若き思想家としてのお姿を想い、深い感銘を受けました。

墓所の周りには、松陰先生を慕う人々によって奉納された石燈籠が並んでおり、その中には木戸孝允や山県有朋、そして後に総理大臣となる伊藤博文といった、明治維新の功労者たちの名前が刻まれていることに感動いたしました。この静かな一角に、近代日本の礎を築いた国士たちの魂が安住しているのだと思うと、歴史の重みを肌で感じることができました。

また、社殿の右手には、先生がわずか二年半ほどの間に多くの志士を育てた松下村塾を模した建物が復元されており、これもまた必見でございます。実際に萩の松陰神社にある松下村塾とほぼ同じに見えるという口コミを拝見しましたが、このこぢんまりとした十畳一間の建物から、いかに多くの偉業を成す若者たちが輩出されたのかを考えると、松陰先生の人を育てる力、そして純粋無垢な公への想いの凄まじさに改めて圧倒されます。建物の内部は週末や祝日に開放されるとのことで、私が訪れたのは平日だったため外からの拝見となりましたが、それでも当時の様子を偲ぶには充分でございました。いつか、灯りが点されたライトアップされた夜の様子も拝見したいと思っております。

松陰神社は、その深い学識から、今や学問の神様としても広く崇敬を集めております。境内には、合格祈願や志絵馬が数多く奉納されており、受験生や勉学に励む方々が多く訪れている様子が伺えます。私自身も、先生の「作輟」の言葉に身が引き締まる思いがいたしました。先生の果敢に挑戦する精神は、今の時代を生きる私たちにとっても、新しいことに挑戦し続けるベンチャーマインドを育む上での大きな励みになることでしょう。私もまた、自分の志を再確認し、勝絵馬を奉納させていただきました。

境内の施設は、電子案内板が設置されていたり、おみくじがPayPayで引けたりと、時代の流れにもきちんと則している点も素晴らしいと思いました。手水舎には季節の花手水が施され、インスタ映えするような美しい光景も広がり、昔ながらの厳かな雰囲気と現代的な美意識が融合していると感じました。

歴史好きとしては、この松陰神社が、先生の処刑を指揮した井伊直弼公の菩提寺である豪徳寺と、世田谷線を挟んで徒歩圏内にあるという歴史的な皮肉にも思いを馳せざるを得ませんでした。激動の幕末を生きた相対する二人の人物の墓所がこれほど近くにあるという事実は、感慨深く、この世田谷の地が持つ歴史の重層性を感じさせてくれます。

総じて、松陰神社は、世田谷の静かなパワースポットであり、歴史の重みを感じながら、自己を振り返り、未来への志を新たにするために必須の場所でございます。また、東急世田谷線に乗って、風情ある街並みと合わせて、ぜひとも再訪させていただきたいと思っております。次は晴れた日に訪れて、境内に咲く緋寒桜や梅の花、そして月命日の特別な御朱印もいただ...

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Hatsumode - first visit in the new year so busy but great atmosphere. The shrine is definitely worth visiting and is bigger than it first appears. You can pray at the shrine, but lucky charms, fortunes etc. It's not so big that it becomes overly crowded and there is free parking for bikes. There is some old fire fighting equipment and the cemetery is...

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