Otori Shrine (大鳥神社)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Standing where Meguro-dori and Yamate-dori avenues cross, this is said to be the oldest shrine in Meguro City. Legends connected to Yamato Takeru (日本武尊) survive here, and it is also known as a shrine that holds the Tori-no-Ichi fair. Step into the grounds and the air changes as trees close around you, with a stillness you would not expect beside such a busy intersection. It is not large, but that means families with children can pay their respects pleasantly in a short time. It is close to Meguro Station and easy to drop by as the starting point of the day.

Tips

The grounds are not at all large, so a visit takes about 15 minutes. The hours when the shrine office is staffed vary by day, so check in advance if you want a goshuin seal stamp. There is heavy traffic around the shrine, so do not let go of children's hands in front of and behind the torii gate. Shade is limited to the area under the trees.

Best time to visit

About 40 minutes. Dropping by in the quieter morning hours feels best

Access & map

〒153-0064 東京都目黒区下目黒３丁目１−２