Nezu Shrine — Azalea Festival
Tokyo · Shrine
45–90 min
🚶 5 5 min walk from Nezu Station
Free
Insider Tip
The mini torii gate tunnel is best photographed early morning. Combine with Yanaka for a full Yanesen walking tour.
JEMS Tip
We time your visit for peak azalea bloom and combine with a walk through the charming Yanesen neighborhood.
About
Nezu Shrine is one of Tokyo's oldest shrines, famous for its Azalea Festival in April-May when 3,000 bushes of 100 varieties bloom on the hillside. The vermillion torii gate tunnel rivals Fushimi Inari on a smaller scale.
Crowd Avoidance
Visit early morning at opening time or late afternoon to avoid tour groups. Weekdays are much quieter than weekends.
Getting There
Nezu Station (Chiyoda Line) — 5-minute walk.
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