Toshogu Shrine
4 expert reviews
“The real glory of Tosho-gu is its so-called Chinese Gate, at the end of the building, and the fence on either side that has intricate carvings of birds, animals, fish, and shells of every description.”
– Fodor's
"Toshogu is dedicated to the first Tokugawa shogun, Ieyasu, and its style is similar to the shrine in Nikko (also called Toshogu) where he is buried." Full review
3 Stars
"This Shinto shrine, which was founded to house the relics of the shogun has miraculously escaped the disasters which have hit Tokyo ... stop to admire the magnificent Chinese-style door." Full review
"Come here to pay respects to the man who made Edo (present-day Tokyo) the seat of his government and thus elevated the small village to the most important city in the country." Full review