Hie Shrine Shrine
Urban Shinto shrine in Tokyo, famed for festivals
In central Tokyo, Hie Shrine sits near Nagatachō and Akasaka and hosts the Sannō Matsuri; visitors encounter Shinto rituals, torii-lined approaches and a compact urban shrine garden amid government buildings.
Hie Shrine at a Glance#
Address: 2-10-5 Nagatachō, Chiyoda City, Tokyo, Japan
Website: https://www.hiejinja.net/
Hours: Daily 6:00am-5:00pm (shrine grounds; office hours may differ)
About Hie Shrine#
Hie Shrine (Hie Jinja) is a Shinto shrine located in central Tokyo’s government district, in the Nagatachō/Akasaka area. It is known as an urban shrine with a long history and active religious calendar.
The site features a main shrine complex with traditional Shinto architecture and a prominent approach with vermilion torii gates and stone steps. The shrine is associated with the Sanno Matsuri, a major local festival held in early summer.
The shrine dates back several centuries and has been an established place of worship in Edo and modern Tokyo. It maintains regular Shinto rituals and seasonal festivals and serves as a local spiritual site in the city.
Hie Shrine sits inside central Tokyo near the Diet Building and other government offices, within walking distance of stations such as Akasaka-mitsuke and Tameike-sanno, making it readily accessible from central Tokyo.
- Sanno Matsuri: The shrine’s major festival, the Sanno Matsuri, is held in early summer and is one of Tokyo’s traditional city festivals; visiting during the festival provides processions and ceremonial events.
- Access: The shrine sits in central Tokyo and is easily reached from nearby subway stations, making it a short visit combined with other central government-area sights.
How to Get to Hie Shrine#
Hie Shrine is a short walk from Nagatachō and Akasaka stations (Tokyo Metro lines: Ginza, Marunouchi, Hanzomon and Namboku). It is centrally located and easy to reach on foot from several government district stops.
Tips for Visiting Hie Shrine#
- Arrive early in the morning to see the shrine quiet and to observe the Sanno Matsuri preparations if the festival is underway.
- The Hie Shrine is close to government districts-combine with a walk around Nagatachō and Akasaka for contemporary Tokyo contrasts.
- Respect shrine etiquette: bow at the torii, purify at the temizuya and be discreet with photography during prayers.
Best Time to Visit Hie Shrine#
Visit in late spring or early summer for pleasant weather and festival atmosphere.
Weather & Climate near Hie Shrine#
Hie Shrine's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 30°C. Abundant rainfall (1446 mm/year), wettest in September.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 2° - 10° | 2° | 42 mm | some cloud | 75% | 4.4 m/s | 0.4 low | 9.9h |
| February | Good | 2° - 10° | 3° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.4 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 10.8h |
| March | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 6° | 106 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 4.6 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 124 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.0h |
| May | Very Good | 15° - 23° | 19° | 131 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.2 m/s | 1.4 high | 13.9h |
| June | Good | 18° - 25° | 22° | 176 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 14.4h |
| July | Good | 22° - 28° | 25° | 157 mm | overcast | 83% | 3.3 m/s | 1.6 very high | 14.1h |
| August | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 27° | 154 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.7 m/s | 1.7 very high | 13.3h |
| September | Good | 20° - 26° | 23° | 203 mm | overcast | 82% | 3.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 14° - 21° | 18° | 169 mm | partly cloudy | 82% | 3.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.2h |
| November | Very Good | 9° - 16° | 13° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.3 m/s | 0.5 low | 10.2h |
| December | Good | 4° - 12° | 6° | 38 mm | some cloud | 78% | 4.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.7h |
