Shibuya Hikawa Shrine (渋谷氷川神社)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A shrine in Higashi, Shibuya Ward, counted among the oldest in Shibuya. Step one block off the main street and a precinct surrounded by trees opens up, with the bustle of the city suddenly far away. There is a sumo ring in the grounds, and the shrine has long been known for sumo dedications handed down since the Edo period. The shade is deep, which makes it easy to walk here even late in a midsummer morning. Ebisu Higashi Park (恵比寿東公園) is only a few minutes away on foot, so it fits naturally into the walk towards the afternoon water play.

Tips

The precinct is a place to spend quietly, so tell children not to run or raise their voices. Parts of the approach are gravel and stone paving, so push strollers slowly to be safe. The hours the shrine office is staffed vary by day, so check in advance if you would like a goshuin seal. Vending machines are limited, so bringing your own drinks is the surest option.

Best time to visit

About 40 minutes. The shaded precinct is comfortable even in the heat of late morning

Access & map

〒150-0011 東京都渋谷区東２丁目５−６ 氷川神社