Kensha

Oji Shrine

王子神社

/ Oji Jinja

Admission
Free
Goshuin (Temple Seal)
300 JPY
Access
3 min walk
Hours
Open daily

Overview

One of the Tokyo Junisha, this shrine gave its name to the entire Oji district. The name derives from the Kumano tradition of 'oji' (prince/subsidiary shrines). Adjacent to historic Asukayama Park.

History

Founding

📜According to tradition
1322 [元亨2年]

One of Tokyo's Junisha. The area name 'Oji' (Prince) derives from the Kumano shrine tradition. Adjacent to Asukayama Park, one of Tokyo's oldest public parks.

Enshrined Deities

primary Deity

Creator deity; god of creation, life, and purification

secondary Deity

Creator goddess; goddess of creation, death, and the underworld

Blessings

Shrine Network

Independent independent

Practical Information

Location Coordinates

35.7523, 139.7372

Physical Address

1-1-12 Oji-Honcho, Kita-ku, Tokyo

東京都北区王子本町1-1-12

Access

Oji Station (JR Keihin-Tohoku Line)

3 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 Oji Shrine?

One of the Tokyo Junisha, this shrine gave its name to the entire Oji district. The name derives from the Kumano tradition of 'oji' (prince/subsidiary shrines). Adjacent to historic Asukayama Park.

Where is Oji Shrine located?

Oji Shrine is located in Kita-ku, Tokyo. The full address is: 1-1-12 Oji-Honcho, Kita-ku, Tokyo.