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Hie Shrine · Akasaka / Nagatacho

A shrine visit offers a quieter counterpoint to an Akasaka outing. Start with worship and treat the torii approach as one part of the visit, keeping passage clear for others.

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Torii at Hie Shrine in Nagatacho, Tokyo
Torii at Hie Shrine in Nagatacho, Tokyo
Photo creditDick Thomas Johnson · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY 2.0Displayed with a crop to fit the layout. Photo dates and seasons vary.
Address
2-10-5 Nagatacho, Chiyoda City
Access
Compare Akasaka, Tameike-sanno and Kokkai-gijidomae station approaches using the official map. Entrances and slopes differ.
Time to allow
30–60 minutes
Hours
Check the shrine’s current visiting hours. Prayer reception and amulet counters have separate hours, especially around holidays.
Cost
An ordinary shrine visit is free; offerings, amulets and prayers are separate.

A simple way to visit

  1. Choose an entrance before leaving the station.
  2. Visit the shrine before pausing for photographs.
  3. Return toward Akasaka for a meal or a short neighborhood walk.

Make the most of your visit

Steps and slopes matter when choosing a route. Confirm an appropriate entrance with the shrine if travelling with a stroller or mobility aid.

Rainy-day planning

The approaches are outdoors and steps may be slippery. Shorten the visit in heavy rain and avoid blocking sheltered entrances.

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Reviewed 21 October 2026. Time allowances are editorial suggestions. Check current opening conditions before visiting.

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