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Hie Shrine
Hie Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Nagatachō, Chiyoda, Tokyo. According to one theory its history dates back to 1478, and it was moved by Tokugawa Ieyasu to the grounds of Edo Castle; in 1659 it was rebuilt at its current site. The present building dates from 1958, after the Second World War. The shrine holds a tachi (sword) designated a National Treasure and 14 Important Cultural Properties, and is one of the most popular sites for Shichi-Go-San celebrations. Every 15 June the Sannō Matsuri, one of the three great festivals of Edo, is held here. The grounds have escalators for climbing the hill and a large row of torii gates similar to those at Fushimi Inari Taisha. It is near Tameike-Sannō, Kokkai-gijidō-mae and Akasaka-mitsuke stations.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to visit Hie Shrine?
Visiting Hie Shrine is free.
How much time do you need for Hie Shrine?
Allow about 30 min for the visit.
Source: hiejinja.net