Koami Shrine
★ 4.5 ｜ 10,802 reviews
Luck and prosperity · Historic wood carvings · Urban shrine
📍 16-23 Nihonbashikoamichō, Chuo City, Tokyo 103-0016, Japan
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Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
About
Wooden carvings of 2 dragons in a shrine that survived the firebombing of Tokyo in World War II.
The full picture
A historic Shinto shrine in Nihonbashi famous for its intricate dragon carvings and for surviving the 1945 firebombing of Tokyo. It is widely regarded as a powerful site for seeking financial luck and protection against bad fortune.
It suits travelers interested in traditional rituals and those specifically seeking wealth-related blessings.
Weekday afternoons are recommended as lines tend to move quickly, though it remains busy throughout the week.
💡 Carry cash if you wish to participate in the Zeniarai ritual, which involves washing money in a bamboo basket for good luck.
Visitors love
- unique money washing ritual
- powerful spiritual atmosphere
- intricate wooden dragon carvings
- fast-moving queues
- reputation for wealth blessings
Some note
- very small grounds
- frequently crowded
- limited space for worshippers
Good to know
- Is it good for kids?
- Not mentioned in reviews
- Is it OK on a rainy day?
- Not mentioned in reviews
- How long to stay?
- Approximately 15 to 30 minutes.
- Is a reservation needed?
- Not mentioned in reviews
Visitor reviews
★★★★★
Koami Shrine is a small but very famous Shinto shrine located in central Tokyo.
It is especially known as a power spot for good luck, money, and protection from bad fortune.
Even though it is in the city, the shrine has a calm and spiritual atmosphere.
Many people visit to pray for success, safe travels, and good financial luck.
The shrine is easy to visit and does not take much time, so it’s perfect to stop by while sightseeing nearby.
If you want to experience a local Japanese shrine and learn about Japanese beliefs, Koami Shrine is highly recommended.
★★★★★
Visited this viral temple for fortune on a weekday afternoon. Line moves really quick so we waited for 5 mins max. Best part is they allow you / encourage you to wash your money for good luck. A different activity to do.
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The Wealth Edit: Ritual & Resilience at Tokyo’s Strongest "Power Spot," Koami Shrine
For an editor tracking the intersection of ancient tradition and modern aspiration, Koami Shrine in Ningyocho is the definitive Tokyo destination. While modest in size, this historic sanctuary carries a massive reputation as the city's premier "Power Spot" for financial fortune and protection.
The Ritual: The "Zeniarai" Experience
The heart of the visit is the Zeniarai (Money Washing) ritual. In a fascinating blend of tradition and modern lifestyle, you’ll see visitors using the bamboo baskets to wash not ju
★★★★★
It is a small shrine but always crowded with people . This shrine is well known for wealthy blessings. You can do the money washing, by putting your money onto the small basket and washing it for purity and then keep it back to your wallet for your luck 🍀.
★★★★★
This shrine is known for enshrining three deities said to bring the strongest financial luck, and I had been interested in it for some time, so I decided to visit.
The grounds themselves are not large and it is a relatively small shrine, but because of that, it feels like a very concentrated and meaningful space.
Even on weekdays there are many worshippers, and depending on the time, you may have to wait your turn, which shows how much faith and expectation this place attracts.
It is said that washing money here and then using it will improve one’s financial luck, and it was impressive to s
