Kensha

Aoba Shrine

青葉神社

/ Aoba Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
10 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

Dedicated to Date Masamune, the 'One-Eyed Dragon' and founding lord of Sendai domain, one of the most famous samurai in Japanese history. Popular with history and Sengoku-era enthusiasts.

History

Founding

📄
Documented
1874

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

Sengoku-era daimyo of Oshu (1567–1636); founder of the Sendai domain; known as 'The One-Eyed Dragon'

Blessings

Shrine Network

Independent independent

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

38.2730, 140.8630

Physical Address

7-1 Aoba-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi

宮城県仙台市青葉区青葉町7-1

Historical Province

Mutsu (Rikuzen)

Access

Kitayama Station (JR Senzan Line)

10 min walk

Hours

Open daily

Visitor information last verified: 2026-04-06. Please check the official website for the latest details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Information provided by Jinja DB Editorial Team

What is Aoba Shrine?

Dedicated to Date Masamune, the 'One-Eyed Dragon' and founding lord of Sendai domain, one of the most famous samurai in Japanese history. Popular with history and Sengoku-era enthusiasts.

Where is Aoba Shrine located?

Aoba Shrine is located in Sendai, Miyagi. The full address is: 7-1 Aoba-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai, Miyagi.