Honjo-Azumabashi Walking Guide — A Stroll Through 9 Temples & Shrines

The area around Honjo-Azumabashi Station is home to 9 walkable spots — 8 temples and 1 shrine — making it a quiet temple-town corner of Tokyo's shitamachi (old downtown). With no admission fees at any of the listed spots, this is a walk you can enjoy without spending a yen.

Here is a suggested order to visit all 9 spots in one loop from the station.

[Ushijima Shrine](/en/spot/24395bb3-1bb8-4f17-a648-4d8dc8fc10e2)

The only shrine among the 9 spots in this area. Starting your walk here gives a nice contrast before heading into the cluster of temples. Take a moment at the shrine grounds before moving on.

[Fukugonji Temple](/en/spot/b88c7c59-4677-438f-b804-d9e9f005fbfd)

One of the temples closest to Honjo-Azumabashi Station. Its quiet grounds set the tone for the temple-hopping walk ahead. Visiting it alongside the neighboring temples highlights the area's character as a temple district.

[Tensho-ji Temple](/en/spot/beda432c-67be-492c-a567-6276eff11ccb)

Another temple in the Honjo-Azumabashi area. Following directly from Fukugonji, you can compare the atmosphere and appearance of each temple as you go.

[Shorei-ji Temple](/en/spot/56a21697-7158-4545-acc3-7f65b1a00359)

A peaceful temple that makes for a welcome pause during your walk. The surrounding residential streets add to the quiet shitamachi feel.

[Seiyu-ji Temple](/en/spot/94a2110d-adcb-47eb-b929-a46941227376)

Nestled in the local neighborhood, this temple offers a calm stop along the route. The walk between temples lets you enjoy the changing streetscape.

[Myoen-ji Temple](/en/spot/ac7e59bb-048d-4d23-8911-9cf3021e9f9f)

A temple in the Honjo-Azumabashi area where you can soak in the quiet atmosphere. Even a brief visit adds to the rhythm of the walk.

[Nyoirin-ji Temple](/en/spot/bb7511a2-48b3-4649-9bed-c5f693e5419a)

One of the area's many temples, with a memorable name. Take your time looking around the grounds before continuing on.

[Tosei-ji Temple](/en/spot/1778a8ab-6b37-4ab2-8470-d6597068d39b)

As you approach the end of the route, this temple offers a calm setting to wind down. A good penultimate stop on the 9-spot circuit.

[Hokke-ji Temple](/en/spot/8b349877-1197-469e-b61d-e615d2984903)

The final spot on the walk. Completing all 9 visits here gives a satisfying sense of accomplishment. Enjoy the grounds one last time before heading back to the station.

Tip: All 9 spots are temples and shrines with no listed admission fees, so this walk is ideal for a budget-friendly afternoon exploring Tokyo's quieter side.