Hokkaido Shrine
北海道神宮
Hokkaido · Sapporo
Independent Ichinomiya Development
Tsukudo Shrine
築土神社
/ Tsukudo Jinja
Admission
Free
Goshuin
300 JPY
Access
3 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Overview
Tsukudo Shrine originally enshrined the severed head of Taira no Masakado, the legendary rebel who declared himself 'New Emperor' in 940. Along with the nearby Masakado mound in Otemachi, it is central to Tokyo's enduring Masakado cult and its powerful spiritual associations.
History
Founding
📜According to tradition
940 [天慶3年]
Originally enshrined the head of Taira no Masakado, the legendary rebel. One of the key Masakado-related shrines in Tokyo.
Enshrined Deities
⛩
primary Deity
Rebel warrior (c.903–940) who declared himself 'New Emperor'; one of Japan's most powerful vengeful spirits; enshrined as a guardian deity in Kanto
Blessings
Shrine Network
Independent head
Practical Information
Location Coordinates
35.6967, 139.7491
Physical Address
1-14-21 Kudankita, Chiyoda, Tokyo
東京都千代田区九段北1丁目14-21
Historical Province
Musashi
Access
Kudanshita Station (Tokyo Metro)
3 min walk
Hours
Open daily
Best Times to Visit
spring
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 Tsukudo Shrine?
Tsukudo Shrine originally enshrined the severed head of Taira no Masakado, the legendary rebel who declared himself 'New Emperor' in 940. Along with the nearby Masakado mound in Otemachi, it is central to Tokyo's enduring Masakado cult and its powerful spiritual associations.
Where is Tsukudo Shrine located?
Tsukudo Shrine is located in Chiyoda, Tokyo. The full address is: 1-14-21 Kudankita, Chiyoda, Tokyo.