Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe)

Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe)

Tarif
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Acces
15 min walk
Horaires
Open daily

Vue d'ensemble

Hikawa Shrine in Kawagoe, Saitama, is a branch of the Hikawa network enshrining Susanoo and Kushinadahime — deities celebrated for the mythological first marriage in Japan. Set in the historic castle town of Kawagoe known as 'Little Edo,' the shrine draws enormous numbers of visitors seeking en-musubi (romantic connections and matchmaking). Its summer Furin Matsuri, featuring over 2,000 colorful wind chimes, has become one of the most widely shared visual events at any shrine in Japan. The towering 15-meter wooden torii is among the tallest in the country.

Divinites venerees

primary Deity

Bienfaits

Reseau de sanctuaires

Infos pratiques

Location Coordinates

35.9310, 139.4850

Physical Address

2-11-3 Miyashita-cho, Kawagoe, Saitama

Province historique

Musashi

Acces

Hon-Kawagoe Station (Seibu Shinjuku Line)

15 min walk

Horaires

Open daily

Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.

Sanctuaires lies

Questions frequentes

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What is Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe)?

Hikawa Shrine in Kawagoe, Saitama, is a branch of the Hikawa network enshrining Susanoo and Kushinadahime — deities celebrated for the mythological first marriage in Japan. Set in the historic castle town of Kawagoe known as 'Little Edo,' the shrine draws enormous numbers of visitors seeking en-musubi (romantic connections and matchmaking). Its summer Furin Matsuri, featuring over 2,000 colorful wind chimes, has become one of the most widely shared visual events at any shrine in Japan. The towering 15-meter wooden torii is among the tallest in the country.

Where is Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe) located?

Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe) is located in Kawagoe, Saitama. The full address is: 2-11-3 Miyashita-cho, Kawagoe, Saitama.

What deities are enshrined at Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe)?

The enshrined deities are: Susanoo no Mikoto, Kushinadahime no Mikoto.