Washinomiya Shrine is a real-world filming location from Lucky Star. It's located in Washinomiya & Kasukabe, with the nearest train station being Washinomiya Station (Tobu Isesaki Line). This page covers walking directions from the station, an interactive map, and tips for visiting. The shrine where Kagami and Tsukasa work as miko (shrine maidens). After the 2007 anime aired, New Year's visitors surged from 90,000 to 470,000, making it one of the first major anime pilgrimage phenomena.
The shrine where Kagami and Tsukasa work as miko (shrine maidens). After the 2007 anime aired, New Year's visitors surged from 90,000 to 470,000, making it one of the first major anime pilgrimage phenomena.
New Year's is insanely crowded — visit in spring or autumn for a peaceful experience. The surrounding neighborhood has several Lucky Star-themed shops and cafes.
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Nearest Station
Washinomiya Station (Tobu Isesaki Line)
From Washinomiya Station, walk 10 minutes west. The shrine's large torii gate is visible from the main road.
From Tokyo: Take the Tobu Skytree Line from Asakusa, transfer at Kuki to the Isesaki Line (about 1 hour total).