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Pink cherry blossoms and ribbons make the Sakura Jingu Shrine look pretty

2025/03/03

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What is Sakura Jingu Shirine?

The cherry blossoms in Sakura Jingu are the characteristics of kawazu Sakura. The blooming period is from late February to early March. Sakura Jingu Shrine was initially established to shield people from sickness, but its resilience during historical disasters has expanded its protective aura to encompass safeguarding against fire and natural disasters.

The cherry blossom season at Sakura Jingu Shrine is greeted with an explosion of pink, with ribbons tied to the branches. 500 Yen is all you need to add your wish to the tree and be a part of this vibrant tradition. The hanaobi is available all year round.

In Tokyo, there are only a few spots where early-blooming Sakura trees can be found. Which is the cozy shrine has two of these trees, one of which is designated as an enmusubi tree. Cherry blossom motifs are present everywhere, making it easy to take photos to your heart's content. Let's take pleasure in the Japanese setting of cherry blossoms. Spring is a perfect time to visit because it not only offers a visual treat, but also a chance to connect with a place that has deep cultural and spiritual significance.

How to pray respect at Sakura Jingu Shirine

Although there are many people who visit Sakura Jingu to admire the cherry blossoms and take photos, the shrine is first and foremost a place of worship. It is considered polite to pay respects at the altar before anything else.

In order to do this, put a few coins in the offering box. Although 15 yen is considered lucky, five or ten will suffice. Ring the bell and bow two times. Clap your hands four times, and then silently say your prayer. Finish by bowing.

What a cute Goshuinchō of Sakura Jungu Shirine

A Goshuinchō can be translated as a 'book of seals'. If you have a Goshuinchō, you can use it to pass your book to a shrine official, who will write the date, name of the shrine or temple in calligraphy, along with the goshuin seal in vermilion, as proof of your pilgrimage. The Goshuinchōtradition of collecting seals has recently gained popularity with both the younger generation and tourists, who see it as a way to create a book of memories that details their travels.

Sakura Jingu's stamp books are renowned for their adorableness. One to three fashion stamps with different designs are distributed by Sakura Jingu every month. The name of the enshrined deity is stamped on illustrations of this year's zodiac dragon and plum blossoms for January's fashion.

They pick motifs that represent the season, such as blooming flowers in that month, to create a fashionable design. In addition, colorful mounts are employed to match the illustration, including white, pink, and cream, which ensures the Goshuin is carefully selected.

Cute souvenirs from Sakura Jingu Shrine

The Enmusubi amulet, which is cute, is a popular gift. The lace made from two-colored pink threads, which are similar to Kawazu cherry blossoms and Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms, is lovely. The cherry blossom-themed fortune slips and votive tablets are present at 'Sakura Shrine', as its name implies.

About Sakura Jingu Shrine

Enjoy ultimate Sakura experience!

Tokyo has numerous places to view cherry blossoms, but Sakura Shrine in Setagaya has a unique feature: a ribbon. Visitors can wish for romance by attaching pink ribbons to the large cherry blossom trees on either side of the main shrine, which can be obtained from the shrine office. See the shrine turning pink for a glimpse!

When you visit Sakura Jingu Shrine, we recommend using a our taxi service [Charter Bus & Limousine Japan] . Sightseeing taxis are recommended for both first-time travelers to Tokyo and repeat visitors as they allow you to adjust the route based on your individual travel goals and interests. A Full Size Van is capable of accommodating up to 9 people for efficient sightseeing.

Have fun taking trips to the Sakura Jingu Shrine in Tokyo!