Tokyo New Year's Shrine Visit Recommendation Ranking! Introducing the Top 5 Places to Visit in 2026
This time Tokyo of Special feature on hatsumode !
The Activity Japan editorial team created this ranking based on various factors such as the number of visitors and ease of access.
Ranking format
So, I'd like to introduce some first shrine visit spots in Tokyo.
We also focused on the benefits you can expect and recommended points to consider when visiting the shrine for the first time in the year.
We have also picked out recommended activities around each spot, so please check them out when you go to visit the shrine of the first time of the year. shrines and temples Please use this as a reference when making your selection.
table of contents
- 1 Tokyo New Year's Visit Recommended Ranking 1st: Meiji Shrine / 3.16 million people
- 2 Tokyo New Year's Visit Recommended Ranking 2nd place: Sensoji Temple / 2.83 million people
- 3 Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 3rd place: Nishiarai Daishi / 630,000 people
- 4 Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 4th place: Okunitama Shrine / 540,000 people
- 5 Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 5th place: Yushima Tenjin / 500,000 people
- 6 Let's go to Tokyo for New Year's visit!
- 7 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Tokyo New Year's Visit Recommended Ranking 1st: Meiji Shrine / 3.16 million people
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 1st place is "Meiji Shrine" !
It is a prestigious shrine with a history of over 100 years, having been built in 1920 (Taisho 9) as a shrine to enshrine Emperor Meiji and Empress Dowager Shoken. Meiji Shrine is located in the Yoyogi area, which is surrounded by forests and vast grounds.
Matchmaking, love luck, marital harmony, family safety
It is said that there are various benefits such as
Dotted with power spots
doing.
Perfect for visiting alone, as well as couples and families!
Meiji Shrine is Shinjuku or Shibuya/Harajuku It is located near areas where you can enjoy sightseeing and shopping. After completing the New Year's visit at Meiji Shrine, Tokyo sightseeing & first sale shopping Why not have some fun with it?
Visiting hours: December 31st 6:40-January 1st 18:30, January 2nd and 3rd 6:40-18:00
Address: 1-1 Yoyogi Kamiencho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
[Tokyo・Shibuya] Save 30,800 yen! Furisode rental to make your special day more special
☆★A great value furisode plan is now available★☆ This is the standard furisode plan from VASARA Kimono Rental, which will allow you to enjoy a special day in a more glamorous way. The plan is normally priced at 49,390 yen (tax included), but now it's only 18,590 yen (tax included)! Enjoy the experience of obi-related decoration and more advanced dressing that can only be achieved with a furisode. Kimono rental, dressing, hair setting service
Play with four kinds of animals, pet them, and feel the excitement of animals ♡ Guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs, and hamsters are waiting for you at the store! Even small children can play, so please come and visit us. Children under 3 years old are free! You can use it at your own time. *On weekends, holidays, and when it is crowded, the use is limited to 60 minutes.
◇This plan is recommended for women and couples. It is also recommended for men to make and give as gifts. It is also recommended for couples to make and exchange with each other!! ◆You can freely choose what you want to make from pendant tops, pierced earrings, bag charms, etc. (Pierced earrings and bag charms require an optional fee.)
Tokyo New Year's Visit Recommended Ranking 2nd place: Sensoji Temple / 2.83 million people
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 2nd place is "Sensoji" !
It is said to have been built around 628 (Emperor Suiko's 36th year).
The oldest temple in Tokyo
is. The principal image is the statue of the Bodhisattva Shokanzeon, which was pulled out of the river by fishermen.In ancient times, many warriors, such as Minamoto no Yoritomo and Tokugawa Ieyasu, used it to pray for victory before important situations involving going to war. He is also known for his prayers.
The benefits of Sensoji Temple are
Fulfillment of wishes
. It is a versatile blessing that will make your wishes come true regardless of genre. Before visiting for New Year's visit, be sure to decide on your wishes.
Sensoji Temple is an ancient temple that is full of spiritual power, and at the same time, the shopping street ``Nakamise'' that runs from ``Kaminarimon'' in front of the precincts is very popular.
One of the best sightseeing spots in Tokyo
There is also!
Nakamise, which stretches straight, is packed with shops selling gourmet food, sweets, souvenirs, and more! Along with New Year's visit,
Tokyo Asakusa sightseeing
Why not have some fun?
Visiting hours: January 1st 0:00~20:00, January 2nd and 3rd 6:30~20:00
Address: 2-3-1 Asakusa, Taito-ku, Tokyo
This plan includes a full kimono set and dressing, so you can come empty-handed. Choose your favorite kimono from our wide selection. Schedule: 1. First, choose from our wide selection of costumes, and it will be ready in about 30 minutes, including dressing. 2. A photographer will take photos for free in the in-store studio. (Please bring your own camera or smartphone.) 3. Enjoy sightseeing.
[Tokyo, Sensoji Temple] Authentic Matcha Tea Ceremony Experience in HANAYAKA
At "HANAYAKA," you can enjoy the essence of the tea ceremony, the pinnacle of traditional Japanese culture. In an authentic Japanese-style room filled with the scent of tatami mats, an experienced tea ceremony master will demonstrate the "Otemae" method, which has been passed down since ancient times. Guests will actually hold a tea whisk and enjoy the experience of making matcha with their own hands.
[Tokyo, Asakusa] 10-minute tour of Asakusa! A tour of Edo history by rickshaw
◆ Overview The "10-minute course" allows you to easily experience the charms of Asakusa, and is a short tour that is perfect for those using a rickshaw for the first time. Starting from the Kaminarimon Gate of Sensoji Temple, you will be guided through Nakamise Street and the surrounding historic townscape. You will be able to feel the culture and atmosphere of Asakusa through the talk of the rickshaw driver, who is well-versed in the town's information and history. Although it is only 10 minutes, you will be able to see the townscape that still retains a strong Edo atmosphere.
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 3rd place: Nishiarai Daishi / 630,000 people
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 3rd place is “Nishiarai Daishi” !
It is a historic temple that is said to have been founded by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) in 826 (Tencho 3). Kanagawa ・ Kawasaki City ``Kawasaki Daishi'', Chiba ・ Katori City Along with ``Kanpukuji'' in `` Kanto three great masters of warding off evil spirits ” is counted. Nishiarai Daishi's principal image is the "Eleven-faced Kannon", which is said to have been carved by Kobo Daishi himself! It is enshrined in the main hall, the center of the temple, along with a statue of Kobo Daishi.
The benefits of Nishiarai Daishi, which is famous as a spot to ward off evil spirits, are as follows:
Ward off evil/good luck
In addition to this, there are also power spots scattered around the temple grounds.
Academic success, love success, business prosperity, wart removal
There are various genres!
burn out earthly desires at the beginning of the year
Goma prayers and prayers to ward off evil spirits
Why not try it?
Visiting hours: January 1st 0:00-22:00, January 2nd and 3rd 8:00-22:00
Address: 1-5-1 Nishiarai, Adachi-ku, Tokyo
Auspicious ornament for bringing good fortune ♡ Maneki-neko lesson Right-handed maneki-neko: good luck with money, good fortune Left-handed maneki-neko: attracts people We will provide full support even for those who are new to porcelain painting, so why not make your own original, one-of-a-kind maneki-neko?♪ You can choose your favorite design from the many transfer papers we have available and create it freely.♪ Of course, hand-drawing is also possible.
<Would you like to experience "delicious ingredients produced in Tokyo?"> What kind of image do you have of "food produced in the 23 wards of Tokyo"? Good? Bad? The "Tokyo 23 Wards Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Tour" focuses on the agriculture and fisheries industries in each of the 23 wards of Tokyo! This time, it's "Edogawa Ward Edition"! It's on the edge of Tokyo, adjacent to Chiba Prefecture, but its potential is amazing!
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 4th place: Okunitama Shrine / 540,000 people
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 4th place is “Ookunitama Shrine” !
It is an old shrine with a very long history, having been founded around 111 (Emperor Keiko's 41st year). Around 645 (Taika 1), when the Taika Reforms occurred, six companies scattered throughout Musashi Province, which had spread throughout the Kanto region, were brought together and settled into their current form.
The main deity enshrined at Okunitama Shrine is Okunitama no Okami, the guardian deity of Musashi Province and the same deity as Okuninushi of Izumo. In addition to warding off evil spirits and bringing good luck, he seems to be the god of Okuninushi, known for numerous love stories.
Matchmaking benefits
It is known for.
Boosts bad luck and love luck
Why not visit the shrine to pray for these things?
In addition, the company crow embroidery A rare design with amulet to ward off evil spirits is famous. Be sure to check it out too!
Visiting hours: December 31st 6:30-January 1st 21:00, January 2nd 6:30-20:00, January 3rd 6:30-19:00
Address: 3-1 Miyamachi, Fuchu City, Tokyo
After a 90-minute horseback riding experience, you can relax and enjoy a cup of tea when you return. This is recommended for those who want to enjoy a leisurely trek with Mariya, those who want to go a little further, and those who want to learn western horseback riding skills. It is also recommended for children's summer vacation horseback riding experience and birthday celebrations. In spring, we will go to see cherry blossoms, in summer, to play in the river, and in autumn, we will go to see the clusters of red spider lilies.
You can make "vivid and brilliant marble-patterned plates" that are popular in Korea. In order to faithfully reproduce the Korean style, we have developed and produced original colored clay in our workshop! This plan started in April 2023 for a limited period of three months. Due to its popularity, it has become a standard plan for the third year and many customers have experienced it.
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 5th place: Yushima Tenjin / 500,000 people
Tokyo New Year's visit recommended ranking 5th place is “Yushima Tenjin” !
It has a long history and is said to have been founded in 458 (Emperor Yuryaku 2nd year).
Highly recognized nationwide
We are proud of
It was originally built as a shrine to enshrine Amenotajikaraonomikoto, a god known for his unrivaled strength in Japanese mythology.
Michizane Sugawara, the god of learning
Since then, it has gained the faith of people involved in academics.
The most famous benefit of Yushima Tenjin is, after all,
academic achievement
! If you know someone near you who is preparing for an exam, this is a power spot you should definitely visit in the new year!
The charms that can be purchased are not limited to academic purposes. Obtaining qualifications and employment There is a wide variety of such things. Why not buy one as a souvenir in case the person in question cannot come to New Year's visit?
Opening hours: January 1st 0:00-21:00, January 2nd and 3rd 8:00-21:00
Address: 3-30-1 Yushima, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
[Tokyo, Kanda] [Two-item Matcha Experience Course] Make your own matcha and Nerikiri Japanese sweets
At An, a Japanese culture experience center in Kanda, Tokyo, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you! <Two wonderful experiences: Matcha tea and Nerikiri Japanese sweets making> <1> Make your own original Nerikiri Japanese sweets.
☆★A great value furisode plan is now available★☆ This is the standard furisode plan from VASARA Kimono Rental, which will allow you to enjoy your special day in a more glamorous way. The plan is normally priced at 49,390 yen (tax included), but is now being offered at 18,590 yen (tax included), a 30,800 yen discount! This plan includes kimono rental, dressing, and hair styling services. A gorgeous furisode
<Memories of water and ghost stories are easily linked!?> Bancho and Kojimachi in Chiyoda Ward are located close to the old Edo Castle and Chidorigafuchi. After the Great Kanto Earthquake, some parts of this area lost their Edo period appearance due to reconstruction and land readjustment, but it was originally a complex terrain with valleys and rivers. It is precisely because of this humid land with many waters and valleys that various ghost stories have been told.
Let's go to Tokyo for New Year's visit!
This time, in ranking format, Recommended spots for New Year’s visit in Tokyo We have featured! How was it?
In various places in Tokyo, even across the country Number of top-level worshipers proud of Old shrines/famous temples are scattered. Please refer to this special feature and enjoy the new year. Tokyo Please go to the shrines and temples for New Year's visit.
*The content of this article is current as of December 2025.
*The number of visitors to each temple and shrine is based on the announcement by the National Police Agency in 2009.
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