Along Tokyo Prefectural Route 319 lies Juban-Inari Shrine. You can take a 15-minute walk along Route 319 from Roppongi Station or walk for 4 minutes from Azabu-Juban Station to get there. The shrine is located near the station and many people come to pray before and after work or school. There are also two frog statues sitting on the side of the shrine stairs that are very popular among children. There is a legend that when a fire occurred in the area, despite all the other buildings being burnt to ashes, one was unharmed because a great frog put out the fire. Ever since, the frog has been worshipped at this shrine.
- 1 min read
Juban-Inari Shrine
The shrine for all ages

Community writer
Explore nearby
-
Japan Nail Salon, Nail Quick
Featured
-
-
-
Chuka Soba Ramen
Featured
Join the discussion
Olga
10 years ago
I took some photos on a kumade day. Thanks for sharing your photos!
1 comment in total
Book your trip
Find a nearby hotel
Explore some of the best nearby hotels and deals for the perfect place to stay in Japan.
Top Articles
-
1
I’m Donut?: Japan’s Viral Donut Sensation
Culture -
2
Osaka Noh Festa
Osaka - Sponsored -
3
25 Authentic Activities in Minobu
Yamanashi - Sponsored -
4
Tokyo Auto Salon 2026 Japan Car Tour: Cars, Culture & The Open Road
Chiba -
5
Miyoko Schinner: Japan Vegan Tour 2026
Food -
6
PokéPark Kanto Set to Open in Spring 2026
Tokyo -
7
Umamusume: Pretty Derby
Culture -
8
Watching Noh in Tokyo
Tokyo -
9
Enjoy Toba: More Than Just a Seaside Retreat
Mie - Sponsored -
10
70 Nations, One Amazing Meal
Osaka - Sponsored
-
1
Guide to Bringing Medicines Into Japan
Planning -
2
Gion Matsuri
Kyoto -
3
July Grand Sumo Tournament (Nagoya)
Aichi -
4
The Ultimate Guide to Thrifting in Tokyo
Shopping -
5
Your Name: Real-Life Locations in Tokyo
Tokyo -
6
Kamakura Fireworks
Kanagawa -
7
Shitamachi Tanabata Matsuri
Tokyo -
8
Tenjin Matsuri
Osaka -
9
Ghibli 3D Sculpture Exhibition
Tokyo -
10
Iwatayama Monkey Park
Kyoto